Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a disability includes all of the following EXCEPT:
AMobility impairment
BMental illness
CHIV/AIDS
DCurrent illegal drug use✓ Correct
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, 'handicap/disability' includes physical and mental impairments, but expressly excludes current illegal drug use. Persons with a history of drug addiction (not currently using) may be protected.
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Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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