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Cuyahoga County council introduces 'Crown Act' ordinance to ban hair‑texture discrimination; broad public support voiced
Summary
Council introduced Ordinance 20250004 to prohibit discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyles associated with race; dozens of cosmetologists, civil‑rights groups and the county executive voiced support during public comment.
Cuyahoga County Council gave first reading Tuesday to Ordinance 20250004, a proposal to add protections in county code banning discrimination on the basis of hair texture and hairstyles commonly associated with race or national origin.
The ordinance was referred to the Human Resources, Appointments and Equity Committee for further consideration. The county executive told the council he supports the measure and asked to be listed as a sponsor on the legislation.
Public comment on the “Crown Act” was extensive:…
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