With that in mind, the #thisismytexture trend on TikTok celebrates how adaptable natural hair and protective styling can be, and showcases the various hair textures Black women may have.

A bill called the CROWN Act passed in the United States House back In March of 2022 that would prohibit discrimination based on a person's hair texture or hairstyle.

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“For much of our nation’s history, people of color – particularly women – have been marginalized and discriminated against simply because of their hair style or texture,” Gov. Cuomo said.