Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H5841

Introduced
2/28/25  
Refer
2/28/25  

Caption

Prohibits discrimination on the basis of race by expanding the definition of race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protected hairstyles.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

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