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Discrimination Based on Hair

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Rule status: Adopted

Agency: CCHR

Effective date: January 30, 2021

Proposed Rule Full Text
CCHR_Hair_Rule_7_21_20.pdf

Adopted Rule Full Text
CCHR-Final-Rule-Hair-Discrimination.pdf

Adopted rule summary:

Adopts new rules governing discrimination related to hair textures, hairstyles, including the use of head coverings, and hair lengths, which are commonly associated with a particular race, creed, or religion.

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Online comments: 1

  • Nikki Singh

    To Whom It May Concern,

    I will provide a brief public comment during the hearing and am also submitting a longer and more detailed written testimony on behalf of the Sikh Coalition.

    Comment attachment
    Sikh-Coalition-NYCCHR-Hair-Discrimination-Public-Comment.pdf
    Comment added October 14, 2020 7:34pm