(Nov 20, 2025) Rep. Regina Young
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Today, Philadelphia City Council unanimously approved two major initiatives championed by Councilmember Ahmad: Bill Number 250849, which prohibits employers from discriminating against workers because they are experiencing menopause, perimenopause, or menstruation, and Resolution Number 251004, which urges the Pennsylvania General Assembly to advance House Bill 1286 requiring human trafficking awareness training for hotel, motel, and short-term rental workers.“Menopause, perimenopause, and menstruation are daily realities for a huge share of our workforce,” said Councilmember Ahmad. “No one should be mocked, sidelined, or pushed out of a job because of what their body is going through.”Separately, House Bill 1286 would ensure that workers who clean rooms, staff front desks, and handle check-ins are trained to spot the warning signs of human trafficking—someone appearing distressed, heavily monitored, or unable to speak for themselves—and know how to respond safely.“These workers are often the first people to see that something is terribly wrong,” Councilmember Ahmad said. “Giving them real training is common-sense prevention that can change, and even save, lives. We’re calling on Harrisburg to move. I thank State Rep. Young for her unwavering leadership on this pressing matter.”“HB 1286 is about giving hotel, motel, and short-term rental workers the tools to recognize exploitation and a clear, safe way to report it. Human trafficking doesn’t just happen... Read more