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    Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

    PHRC Commissioners

    The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) is led by Chair M. Joel Bolstein and Vice-Chair Dr. Raquel O. Yiengst. 

    • Eleven commissioners, appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the state Senate, act as public liaisons, establish policies, and resolve some cases that are not settled voluntarily.
    • The commission is independent and nonpartisan, with no more than six commissioners from one political party.
    • The chairperson is appointed by the Governor.
    • The vice-chairperson, secretary, and assistant secretary are elected by commissioners each year.
    Commissioner

    M. Joel Bostein, Esq.

    Commission Chair

    M. Joel Bolstein, Esq.
    Commissioner

    Dr. Raquel O. Yiengst

    Commission Vice-Chair

    Dr. Raquel O. Yiengst
    Commissioner

    Radheshyam M. Agrawal, MD

    Radheshyam M. Agrawal, MD
    Commissioner

    Michael Hardiman, Esq.

    Michael Hardiman, Esq.
    Commissioner

    Curtis Jones, Jr.

    Curtis Jones, Jr.
    Commissioner

    Mayur Patel, Esq.

    Commission Secretary

    Mayur Patel, Esq.
    Commissioner

    Aleena Sorathia, Esq.

    Aleena Sorathia, Esq.
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