A bill that would extend anti-discrimination protections to include sexual orientation is heading to the Pennsylvania House floor after a party-line committee vote.

The State Government Committee approved the bill Wednesday.

It would amend the state Human Relations Act to extend protections against bias in housing, employment, credit or public accommodations.

In addition to sexual orientation, it also would extend protections to gender identity or expression.

All 12 Democrats voted for the bill, while all 11 Republicans were against it.

Supporters say it has wide support among the people of Pennsylvania, while opponents worry that it will infringe on the religious beliefs of others.