THE LGBTQ+ EQUALITY CAUCUS

 

PASS THE PA FAIRNESS ACT

It’s time for civil rights to apply to ALL Pennsylvanians!

In 2020, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Bostock v. Clayton County which found an employer cannot discriminate against an individual because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. While this was an historic victory for civil rights, this decision does not prevent a Pennsylvanian identified as LGBTQ+ to be denied housing, education, and access to public accommodations simply because of who they are or who they love.

Pennsylvania’s lack of a comprehensive anti-discrimination law is an affront to human rights, an embarrassment to this commonwealth and a deterrent for workers and businesses who could help grow our economy.

In 2021, the legislature had an historic opportunity to enshrine civil rights for ALL Pennsylvanians into our state constitution. However, the Republican majority which controls the legislature blocked the amendment. It has become increasingly clear that without the interference of GOP leaders, we have the votes to finally provide statewide discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ Pennsylvanians.

Join us in asking the Senate to pass the PA Fairness Act.


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Senator Joe Pittman; Senator Kim Ward; Your Senator.

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Support the PA FAIRNESS ACT


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Hello,                                                   

I am asking you to support the Pa Fairness Act and join my voice to others who are asking that you vote yes.

Pennsylvania’s lack of a comprehensive anti-discrimination law is an affront to human rights, an embarrassment to this commonwealth and a deterrent for workers and businesses who could help grow our economy.

In 2020, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Bostock v. Clayton County which found an employer cannot discriminate against an individual because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

While this was an historic victory for civil rights, this decision does not prevent a Pennsylvanian identified as LGBTQ+ to be denied housing, education, and access to public accommodations simply because of who they are or who they love.

In prior years, this legislation has not received a vote despite overwhelming bipartisan support. As a result of this inaction, local governments across Pennsylvania passed ordinances to ensure these protections. It is time we take similar action to ensure equal protection of our LGBTQ+ family members and neighbors in every city, town, and borough across the commonwealth.

Please, do the right thing and schedule the vote on HB 300, extending civil rights protections to every Pennsylvanian.Support the PA FAIRNESS ACT



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