Fair Housing
The Massachusetts fair housing law protects persons recovering from substance abuse. This protection is based on the classification of substance abuse as:
AA criminal matter only
BA disability when the person is in recovery (no longer using) and not actively using illegal drugs✓ Correct
CA personal lifestyle choice
DOnly alcoholism, not drug addiction
Explanation
Massachusetts fair housing protections extend to persons with disabilities, including those recovering from alcoholism or drug addiction who are not currently using illegal substances. Active illegal drug use is not protected.
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