An important ruling has been made by a Texas judge regarding a school's ability to restrict the length of a student's natural hair. The case revolved around a high school junior named Daryl George from the Houston area, who had been suspended due to the length of his locs hairstyle.
During the court proceedings, the judge focused on the language of the Crown Act, a state law that prohibits hair discrimination. State Representative Ron Reynolds, a co-author of the Crown Act, testified that the act does not specifically mention hair length. When asked if it was possible to comply with the school policy while wearing locks, Reynolds indicated that while possible, it was not likely.
George's attorney argued that the school policy was unconstitutional based on race and gender. George expressed his frustration, stating that he was being denied an education and the opportunity to enjoy his junior year due to his hair.
Following the ruling, plans were announced to reintroduce a revised version of the Crown Act that explicitly addresses hair length to prevent discrimination against students like Daryl George. Additionally, George's attorney stated intentions to appeal the decision.
