Fair Housing
Massachusetts law MGL Chapter 151B covers discrimination in housing based on age. This protects:
AOnly persons under 18
BAdults 40 and older from age discrimination in housing
CAll persons regardless of age from housing discrimination based on age✓ Correct
DOnly seniors (62+) from discrimination
Explanation
Massachusetts Chapter 151B protects all persons from housing discrimination based on age, not just a specific age group. This is broader protection than some federal provisions.
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