SB109

Clarifying racial discrimination includes discrimination based on certain hair textures and hairstyles

Introduced·1/14/26
Intr Text

West Virginia SB109 clarifies racial discrimination to include discrimination based on certain hair textures and hairstyles.

West Virginia SB109 amends the state code to clarify that racial discrimination includes discrimination based on hair textures and protective hairstyles historically associated with a particular race. The bill defines "protective hairstyles" to include braids, locks, and twists. This change aims to protect individuals from discrimination based on their hair texture and style.

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Government Organization Committee
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History

Jan 14

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 14

Senate

To Government Organization then Judiciary

Jan 14

Senate

Introduced in Senate