HB153 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rolanda HollisRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Dress codes, grooming policies, to prohibit a local board of education or employer from establishing a dress code or grooming policy prohibiting certain hairstyles

Summary

HB 153 would bar local school boards and employers from banning protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, or twists in their dress codes or grooming policies.

What This Bill Does

The bill stops local boards of education or employers from creating policies that prohibit protective hairstyles. It defines 'protective hairstyle' to include styles like braids, locks, and twists. The act takes effect on the first day of the third month after it is passed and signed into law.

Who It Affects

• Students and staff in Alabama schools who wear protective hairstyles, who would be protected from school dress code bans
• Employees in workplaces who wear protective hairstyles, who would be protected from employer grooming policy bans

Key Provisions

• Prohibition: No local board of education or employer may establish a dress code or grooming policy that prohibits a person from wearing a protective hairstyle.
• Definitions and effective date: The act defines 'protective hairstyle' to include braids, locks, and twists, and it becomes law on the first day of the third month after passage and governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Discrimination