France to Debate Bill on Banning Hair Discrimination

The proposed legislation aims to outlaw discrimination based on hair texture, cut, color, and length, marking a significant step towards inclusivity.

The French Assemblée Nationale is set to examine a bill that would make hair discrimination a legally punishable offense.
Inspired by laws in the United States, the bill seeks to address discrimination often faced by non-white individuals due to their natural hair.
The legislation would add hair discrimination to the list of punishable offenses in the Labor Code, the Criminal Code, and the General Civil Service Code.
Critics argue that while the bill is a positive step, it does not explicitly address the racial aspects of hair discrimination.
If passed, France would become the first country to enact national legislation against hair discrimination.