North Carolina 2025-2026 Session Status: Introduced

HB 168 — North Carolina CROWN Act.

Last action — Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (House action)

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced February 24, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

The North Carolina CROWN Act aims to prevent discrimination based on natural hairstyles.

The North Carolina CROWN Act is legislation designed to protect individuals from racial discrimination associated with their natural hairstyles. This law will promote equality and respect for diverse hair textures and styles in various settings.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means you can wear your natural hairstyle without fear of discrimination at work.
  • Families: This protects your children's right to wear their natural hair at school.

Summary

North Carolina CROWN Act.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (House action)

Sponsorship breakdown

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0 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 179 not signed on

Sponsors (0)

None.

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (179)

179 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

civil-rights
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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 168 do?
North Carolina CROWN Act.
What is the current status of HB 168?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced February 24, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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