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Bias and Hate Crime Information

In Pennsylvania, a hate crime is defined as a criminal act motivated by ill will or hatred toward a victim’s race, color, religion, or national origin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

​Find answers to the PHRC’s most frequently asked questions – from details about the discrimination complaint process to information about bias and protected classes, and much more.

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Complaint Types and Forms

​Complaint information and forms about illegal discrimination in education, employment, housing and commercial property, and public accommodations.

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Discrimination Complaints

If you feel you have been the victim of illegal discrimination, file a complaint or report a bias incident by:

Please be advised that the Capitol Complex, including 333 Market Street, the North Office Building and Keystone Building, and state offices at One Penn Center in Harrisburg will be closed to public visitors until further notice. We are unable to accept walk-ins in our offices; however, we are maintaining operations through electronic communication.

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