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S.888: CROWN Act of 2021
About This Bill
- Introduced March 22, 2021
- Latest Major Action March 22, 2021
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
29 (27 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - March 22, 2021
Bill Summary
Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act of 2021 or the CROWN Act of 2021 This bill prohibits discrimination based on a person's hair texture or hairstyle if that style or texture is commonly associated with a particular race or national origin. Specifically, the bill prohibits this type of discrimination against those participating in federally assisted programs, housing programs, public accommodations, and employment....
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 22, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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March 22, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Cory Booker (D-N.J.) |