Fair Housing Act
/ˈfer ˈhaʊzɪŋ ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal law enacted in 1968 aimed at eliminating discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, or disability.
The Fair Housing Act prohibits landlords from refusing to rent to families with children.
Forms
- fair housing acts
Related terms
Commentary
Often cited in matters of civil rights and housing fairness; drafting should specify protected classes and prohibited practices precisely.
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