HB 1956

An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for definitions.

In committee Last action October 17, 2025: Referred to State Government

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 22

Prime sponsor: Jamie Walsh
Cosponsors (21): Aaron Bernstine, Andrew Kuzma, Ann Flood, Barbara Gleim, Dane Watro, David Zimmerman, Doyle Heffley, Joanne Stehr, Joe Hamm, Joseph D'Orsie, Josh Bashline, Kathy Rapp, Marc Anderson, Mark Gillen, Milou Mackenzie, Perry A. Stambaugh, Rob Kauffman, Scott Barger, Stephanie Borowicz, Valerie Gaydos, Wendy Fink

Status

In committee as of October 17, 2025. Session ends November 30, 2026; the 2027–2028 session begins in January 2027.

Roll-call votes 0

No roll-call votes recorded for this measure.

Timeline 1

Date	Chamber	Action
October 17, 2025	House	Referred to State Government

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Pennsylvania General Assembly: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills — copied November 2, 2026

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