Fair HousingIntermediateCalifornia Exam

Under California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), which additional protected class is covered that is NOT in the federal Fair Housing Act?

AReligion, under federal and California fair housing law
BDisability, as defined under the Fair Employment and Housing Act
CSource of income (in some jurisdictions)Correct
DSex, consistent with federal Fair Housing Act protections

Why Source of income (in some jurisdictions) Is Correct

Answer C: Source of income (in some jurisdictions)

California's FEHA and related local ordinances extend fair housing protections beyond the federal act to include source of income, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and other characteristics. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on seven protected classes: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability.

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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