HB1956

Further providing for definitions.

Introduced·10/17/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1956 amends the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act to define "sex" as biological sex at birth, excluding gender concepts.

Pennsylvania HB1956 amends the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act by adding a definition for "sex," specifying it means only the biological sex at birth and does not include gender concepts. This change aims to clarify the term "sex" within the context of the act, which prohibits discrimination based on various factors including sex. The act will take effect 60 days after its enactment.

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State Government Committee
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History

Oct 17, 2025

House

Referred to State Government