Fair Housing
Under the Maine Human Rights Act, sexual orientation is a protected class in housing. This means a landlord in Maine may NOT:
ARequire a credit check from a gay applicant
BRefuse to rent to a person solely because of their sexual orientation✓ Correct
CAsk any applicant for employment references
DSet a minimum income requirement for all tenants
Explanation
The Maine Human Rights Act prohibits housing discrimination based on sexual orientation. A landlord may not refuse to rent, sell, or otherwise make housing unavailable because of a person's sexual orientation.
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