The bill amends several sections of the General Laws to strengthen protections against discrimination based on race, age, and other characteristics in public schools and employment practices. It introduces new language in Section 16-38-1, which prohibits discrimination in public schools on the basis of race or age, and explicitly includes protections against discrimination related to "protective hairstyles" and traits historically associated with race. This mandates that all public elementary and secondary schools, as well as schools operated by the council on elementary and secondary education, adhere to these non-discrimination principles across all aspects, including employment practices, admissions, and extracurricular activities.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 28-5-6 to define terms such as "protective hairstyles" and "race," ensuring alignment with broader discrimination laws. It also updates Section 42-112-1 to affirm equal rights for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or country of ancestral origin, while emphasizing non-discrimination in contracts and property rights. The act is set to take effect upon passage, reinforcing the state's commitment to combating discrimination in various sectors. Notably, the bill focuses on expanding the definition of race without indicating any deletions from current law.