Fair HousingIntermediateCalifornia Exam

California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) provides ADDITIONAL protections beyond federal law. Which of the following is a California-specific protected class in housing?

APolitical affiliation, under federal and California fair housing law
BSource of income (in many California jurisdictions)Correct
CEmployment status, as defined under the Fair Employment and Housing Act
DEducational background, consistent with federal Fair Housing Act protections

Why Source of income (in many California jurisdictions) Is Correct

Answer B: Source of income (in many California jurisdictions)

California's FEHA and many local ordinances provide additional protected classes not covered by federal law, including source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, and others. Source of income protection prohibits discrimination against Section 8 voucher holders in many California cities.

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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