Amending various chapters of the Philadelphia Code to amend the definitions of certain terms, and provide protections for persons affected by coercive control, including in the context of employment discrimination, employment leave, and housing protections, and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
Recognizing and congratulating Folasade A. Olanipekun-Lewis on her election as Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Free Library of Philadelphia.
Celebrating the Selection of Jericho Brown’s Pulitzer Prize-winning collection of poems, The Tradition, for the 2021 ?One Book, One Philadelphia? Program.
Recognizing Philly Tech Sistas on their work to diversify the tech scene in Philadelphia, with special acknowledgement to Ashley Turner for leading the group and her dedication to this effort.
Recognizing and congratulating Marcia L. Fudge on her confirmation to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Urging the United States Senate to pass Senate Bill 1306, the Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2019 (also known as the ?PRO Act?), and affirming the right of workers to form unions and organize for higher wages, family-sustaining benefits, as well as safety, dignity, and respect at their workplace.
Recognizing and supporting the health and wellness of Black mamas and birthing people by acknowledging April 11-17, 2021, as ?Black Maternal Health Week?.
Authorizing the Committee on Law & Government to hold hearings examining the decision to permanently move sheriff sales online, and further to explore the ramifications of and any unintended consequences that may arise from this decision.
Recognizing April 2021 as Autism Acceptance and Awareness Month in the City of Philadelphia, and commending the Eagles Autism Foundation and Divine Providence Village for their vaccination initiative.
Calling upon the United States Congress to support the Biden Administration?s American Jobs Plan, a multi trillion-dollar plan to invest in American infrastructure and jobs over the next 8 years.
