Fair Housing
In Hawaii, who enforces federal fair housing law complaints?
AA. The Hawaii Real Estate Commission
BB. HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) and the federal courts✓ Correct
CC. The Hawaii Attorney General exclusively
DD. Private attorneys only through civil suits
Explanation
Federal fair housing complaints are handled by HUD, which investigates and may conciliate, refer to ALJ, or refer to DOJ. Complainants may also sue directly in federal court.
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