Fair HousingIntermediateDelaware Exam

What is the difference between the Fair Housing Act and the Civil Rights Act of 1866?

AThe Civil Rights Act applies only to commercial real estate
BThe Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits racial discrimination in all property transactions with no exemptions; the FHA has exemptionsCorrect
CThe Fair Housing Act replaced the Civil Rights Act entirely
DThe Civil Rights Act of 1866 is no longer in effect

Why The Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits racial discrimination in all property transactions with no exemptions; the FHA has exemptions Is Correct

Answer B: The Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits racial discrimination in all property transactions with no exemptions; the FHA has exemptions

The Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits racial discrimination in all real and personal property transactions with no exceptions. The FHA of 1968 is broader (covering more protected classes) but has limited exemptions.

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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