Human Rights Commission of Austin (Texas)

The Human Rights Commission of Austin (Texas) was established on October 5, 1967, by the City of Austin Ordinance 671005-B. The current version of the ordinance can be found at Section 2-1-148 of The Code of the City of Austin, Texas.

The Commission is responsible for promoting freedom from discrimination because of race, color, disability, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age. The seven Commission members aim to ensure fair treatment of all individuals in the areas of employment, housing, and public accommodations. The Commission has adopted bylaws to govern its duties and procedures.