Fair Housing
What is a 'Good Samaritan' provision in Hawaii's fair housing law?
AA. An exemption for landlords who rent to family members
BB. A provision protecting housing providers from liability for good-faith attempts to provide housing to persons recovering from addiction or with criminal histories
CC. A provision protecting owner-occupants who rent rooms in their own homes from certain fair housing requirements✓ Correct
DD. A landlord exemption for properties with fewer than 4 units
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, the 'Mrs. Murphy exemption' (similar to a Good Samaritan provision) exempts owner-occupants who rent rooms in their own 1–4 unit dwelling from the FHA's prohibition on religious and racial discrimination (though Hawaii's law may have broader protections). Exemptions are narrow and do not permit discriminatory advertising.
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