Fair Housing
What is 'ancestry discrimination' and how is it addressed under Hawaii fair housing law?
AA. Ancestry discrimination is not covered in Hawaii; only national origin is protected
BB. Hawaii's fair housing law (HRS Chapter 515) specifically includes ancestry as a protected class, providing broad protection for persons whose ancestry is tied to a particular group or lineage✓ Correct
CC. Ancestry discrimination is prohibited only in employment, not housing
DD. Only federally recognized tribes have ancestry protections in Hawaii housing
Explanation
Hawaii's fair housing law explicitly protects 'ancestry' as a protected class, which is broader than national origin alone. This recognizes Hawaii's unique history and the importance of protecting persons based on their ancestral heritage (Native Hawaiian ancestry, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, and other ancestries).
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