An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for the title of the act, for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation, for definitions, for unlawful discriminatory practices and for prohibition of certain real estate practices; providing for protection of religious exercise; and further providing for powers and duties of the commi...

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The bill amends the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act to add several new protected classes and to make discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations a civil right. It broadens definitions, lists prohibited practices, and strengthens the state commission’s ability to investigate, educate and enforce the law. The changes aim to reduce bias and ensure equal access for more Pennsylvanians.

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