A bill that would ban schools and workplaces from having dress codes that forbid braids, twists and other natural hair styles has passed the California State Senate
SB 188 updates the state's anti-discrimination laws so the definition of race"also include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles."It passed on Monday in a 37-0 vote and will now go to the State Assembly.Kwame Brathwaite's powerful photos of the 'Black is Beautiful' movementThe bill, which is also known as the C.R.O.W.N.
— SenHJMitchell April 22, 2019 Mitchell said that similar state and federal laws protect against discrimination due to religious hairstyles and head coverings."However, there are still far too many cases of black employees and applicants denied employment or promotion -- even terminated -- because of the way they choose to wear their hair," she said.
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