Fair Housing
A landlord in Alaska refuses to rent to a family with three children, citing a 'two persons per bedroom' policy as the sole basis for denial. This MOST likely violates:
AThe Americans with Disabilities Act
BThe Fair Housing Act's prohibition on familial status discrimination✓ Correct
CAlaska's landlord-tenant statutes
DHUD's occupancy guidelines only if more than 4 children
Explanation
Familial status is a protected class under the Fair Housing Act. Refusing to rent to families with children based solely on rigid occupancy policies — without a legitimate business justification — may constitute illegal familial status discrimination.
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