This bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, 16B-17-21, which clarifies that racial discrimination encompasses discrimination based on specific hair textures and hairstyles that are historically associated with particular races. The bill explicitly states that discrimination based on race includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on these hair textures and protective hairstyles.

Additionally, the bill defines "protective hairstyles" to include various styles such as braids, locks, and twists. This legislative change seeks to enhance the understanding and enforcement of anti-discrimination laws in West Virginia by explicitly recognizing the significance of hair textures and styles in the context of racial discrimination.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16B-17-21