Bill to broaden LGBTQ+ protections passes Pennsylvania House

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A bill to broaden protections for LGBTQ+ people passed the Pennsylvania state House of Representatives, the first time similar legislation has advanced this far after years long efforts by Democrats, though it faces strong headwinds in the Republican-controlled Senate. The bill passed 102-98 on Tuesday where Democrats have a razor-thin majority, becoming the first of its kind to see a floor vote. Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, says he supports it. Under the bill, it would be illegal to discriminate against LGBTQ+ people in housing, work places and public services.