The Crown Act; create to include property sales.
HB 44, titled the "Create A Respectful And Open Workplace For Natural (CROWN) Hair Act," prohibits workplace and school policies that discriminate against natural hairstyles like afros, braids, twists, and locs. It bans termination, reduced pay, or expulsion based on hair texture and requires employers and schools to allow natural hairstyles without penalty. The bill amends Mississippi law to include natural hairstyles as a protected characteristic in state discrimination policy, condominium restrictions, and real estate licensing, while providing remedies like back pay and attorney fees for victims of violations.
Bill status
died
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 7, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Referred To Judiciary A;Business and Commerce
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Omeria Scott
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