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CROWN Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-02-26
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Cory A. Booker
Cory A. Booker
Democrat · NJ · Senator
Votes with party: 82.7% (813 recorded votes)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

2025-02-26

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Plain-English Summary

Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act of 2025 or the CROWN Act of 2025 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. Persons shall not be deprived of equal rights under the law and shall not be subjected to prohibited practices based on their hair texture or style. The bill provides for enforcement procedures under the applicable laws (e.g., the Civil Rights Act of 1964).

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Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
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