Fair Housing
The Louisiana Fair Housing Act covers protections that are:
ANarrower than federal fair housing law
BIdentical to federal law only
CAt least as broad as federal law and may include additional protected classes✓ Correct
DOnly applicable in New Orleans
Explanation
The Louisiana Fair Housing Act provides protections at least as broad as federal law. Louisiana law may provide additional protections, and local ordinances in cities like New Orleans may include additional protected classes.
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Key Terms to Know
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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