Montgomery County has officially opened a local complaint process through its new Human Relations Commission, giving residents, workers and visitors a direct local avenue to report discrimination in housing, employment and public accommodations under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. The commission was established in September 2025 and staffed with eight volunteer members who developed the complaint procedures. Individuals have 120 days from an alleged incident to file a complaint with the county solicitor's office via a form on the commission website. The commission then has 60 days to determine jurisdiction and, if applicable, invite both parties to confidential, optional mediation. If the commission finds unlawful discrimination occurred, it may order corrective action, compensation or other remedies, with all final orders subject to appeal in Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas. Find out more here.
Source: Montgomery County; 6/2026