Cal. Civ. Code § 951

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Verified 10/26/2026 · Next check 11/25/2026
effective 10/9/2026PennsylvaniaFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Cal. Civ. Code § 951
This act may be cited as the "Pennsylvania Human Relations Act."
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Plain English

Section 43 P.S. § 951 establishes the official short title of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. This provision gives the law its formal name, which is used when referencing or citing the statute in legal, governmental, and public contexts. The act as a whole addresses human relations and civil rights matters within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Pennsylvania should be aware that 43 P.S. § 951 identifies the governing statute as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. This is the law under which fair housing and anti-discrimination obligations for rental housing are organized and enforced. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full act by its official name when reviewing their responsibilities under Pennsylvania law.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, formally named under 43 P.S. § 951, is the state law that provides civil rights protections relevant to housing in Pennsylvania. Tenants who believe their rights under this act have been violated may explore options such as filing a complaint with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission or consulting a tenant-rights organization. Understanding that this statute is the foundational source of those protections can help tenants identify the correct legal framework when seeking information or assistance.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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