Fair Housing
What is 'source of income' protection in fair housing and does Hawaii include it?
AA. Protection preventing discrimination based on where a person's income comes from (e.g., Section 8 vouchers); Hawaii does include it✓ Correct
BB. Protection for persons with low incomes; not included in Hawaii
CC. A federal requirement that landlords accept government subsidies; not yet in Hawaii
DD. Protection against discrimination based on employment type; Hawaii does not include it
Explanation
Source of income protection prohibits landlords from refusing to rent to applicants based on where their income comes from, such as Section 8/HCV vouchers, disability payments, or other assistance. Hawaii's fair housing law includes source of income as a protected class under HRS Chapter 515.
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