Monthly Archives: June 2015

WLP’s Terry L. Fromson Discusses Women and the Minimum Wage

Posted on June 29, 2015 by

Women’s Law Project Managing Attorney Terry L. Fromson recently met with Pennsylvania Senator Rob Teplitz to discuss the disproportionate impact of Pennsylvania’s low minimum wage on women workers. “In Pennsylvania, the minimum wage workforce is three-quarters women,” says Terry L. … Continue reading →

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Marriage Equality

Posted on June 26, 2015 by

“All Americans are entitled to protection under the law regardless of who they are or who they love.” – President Obama, June 26, 2015   This morning’s Supreme Court ruling declaring same-sex marriage bans unconstitutional marks a victory for love. … Continue reading →

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Report: Wage Theft is Rampant in Pennsylvania

Posted on June 25, 2015 by

By the end of this week, 400,000 Pennsylvanians will have been illegally deprived of between $19 million and $32 million due to wage theft. That’s a lot of money that could have been spent on rent and groceries, and not … Continue reading →

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Today is the 43rd anniversary of Title IX!

Posted on June 23, 2015 by

“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” – Title IX … Continue reading →

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HB 1112 Amended: Victory for Female Athletes in PA!

Posted on June 16, 2015 by

We recently warned you about House Bill 1112, and asked you to take action on behalf of female athletes in Pennsylvania. We’re happy to report that your voices were heard, and the problem has been resolved. The bill’s stated purpose … Continue reading →

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Bad Bill Alert: HB 1112 Threatens Athletic Opportunities for Girls

Posted on June 12, 2015 by

Please urge your Pennsylvania lawmakers in the House Education Committee to vote against HB 1112, legislation that would suspend education data collection laws, including those related to athletics. This bill is scheduled for a vote in the Education Committee on … Continue reading →

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You Are Being Heard: Vote on HB222 Postponed

Posted on June 8, 2015 by

Last week, we sent you an alert to inform you about a bill that would, if passed, punish women in recovery from drug addiction by withholding food from their families. In short, House Bill 222 would impose a lifetime ban … Continue reading →

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