Fair Housing
In Iowa, sexual harassment by a landlord toward a tenant is a form of:
APermitted exercise of landlord authority
BIllegal housing discrimination based on sex under state and federal fair housing law✓ Correct
CA personal matter not covered by housing discrimination law
DOnly illegal if the tenant signs a complaint within 30 days
Explanation
Sexual harassment by a landlord (quid pro quo or hostile environment) constitutes sex discrimination under both the federal Fair Housing Act and Iowa's Civil Rights Act. This includes demands for sexual favors in exchange for housing benefits or creating an intimidating environment.
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