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N.J. bill would require cosmetology schools to teach textured hair and promote inclusivity, sponsors say

State Sen. Angela McKnight said her latest bill is part of efforts by New Jersey and a growing number of states addressing hair discrimination. If adopted, the measure could help promote inclusivity.

File: Atiya Johnson, 38, of Clementon, N.J., owner of Jana’s Hair Salon and Jana’s Cosmetology Academy, is working on the hair of Kenya Linton, 44, of West Deptford, N.J.
File: Atiya Johnson, 38, of Clementon, N.J., owner of Jana’s Hair Salon and Jana’s Cosmetology Academy, is working on the hair of Kenya Linton, 44, of West Deptford, N.J.Read moreTyger Williams / Staff Photographer