Law

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission Adopts Specific Definitions of Protected Classes

On March 23, 2022, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) proposed new regulations to expand the definition of certain protected classes. The amendments will create new Pennsylvania Code ...
JD Supra

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission Adds New Definitions for Sex, Religious Creed, and Race and Adds Protections for Employee Hairstyle

On June 17, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (“PHRC”) passed new regulations under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (“PHRA”) that will go into effect on Aug. 16. The PHRA prohibits ...
Erie Times-News

'Total dereliction': State court blasts Erie County panel's ruling in discrimination case

The Erie County Human Relations Commission investigates claims of unlawful discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodations. The commission in 2019 ruled against an Erie landlord in a ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency

American Jewish Committee to Train Personnel for Human Relations

An extensive year-long training program in human relations for 25 young Americans, including Peace Corps veterans, will be initiated with a two-week orientation institute in Washington, conducted by ...
The Reporter

Montgomery County establishes human relations commission

NORRISTOWN — Montgomery County has established a new commission that officials say will give residents an avenue to fight acts of discrimination at the county level. The formation of the Montgomery ...