Anti-discrimination ordinance with private right of action
Pasadena
Summary
The council took the first reading of an ordinance adding an anti-discrimination statement and a private right of action; commenters urged adding family and relationship structure as a protected category, citing similar laws in West Hollywood, Portland, Berkeley, and Oakland.
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Last discussed Mar 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents facing discrimination who would gain a new civil enforcement tool.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting: - Mar 30, 2026
Pasadena now has a new anti-discrimination ordinance that lets individuals sue over discrimination — a real enforcement tool, not just a statement of values.
City Council Meeting: - Mar 23, 2026
The council took the first reading of an ordinance adding an anti-discrimination statement and a private right of action; commenters urged adding family and relationship structure as a protected category, citing similar laws in West Hollywood, Portland, Berkeley, and Oakland.
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