Florida's CROWN Act Set for 2026 Push by Rep. Driskell and Black Girls Govern
State Rep. Fentrice Driskell of Tampa, Florida, is teaming up with the local non-profit Black Girls Govern to reintroduce the CROWN Act in the 2026 legislative session. The act, which stands for Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural hair, aims to protect against race-based hair discrimination. Despite being introduced in the Florida legislature since 2019, the CROWN Act has yet to pass.
Driskell, who has been continuously supported by Black Girls Govern, hopes that partnering with the organisation will give the CROWN Act more exposure and increase its chances of passage. The act protects natural hair textures and protective hairstyles such as braids, locs, and twists from discrimination.
Black Girls Govern is now accepting applications for CROWN Act fellows. These fellows will advocate for the law's passage in Florida. The organisation's partnership with Driskell aims to bring about a change in the state's laws regarding hair discrimination.
While 28 states have already passed the CROWN Act, Florida is yet to join them. With the support of Black Girls Govern and the dedication of State Rep. Fentrice Driskell, the 2026 legislative session could see the CROWN Act finally become law in Florida, protecting individuals from race-based hair discrimination.
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