Fair Housing
Under Massachusetts fair housing law, a landlord who requires all tenants to provide proof of citizenship is:
AWithin their rights to require such documentation
BPotentially engaging in national origin or immigration status discrimination✓ Correct
CFollowing recommended security practices
DComplying with federal immigration law requirements
Explanation
Requiring proof of citizenship as a rental condition may constitute national origin or immigration status discrimination, which is prohibited under Massachusetts Chapter 151B. Fair housing law does not allow housing providers to use citizenship requirements to screen out protected classes.
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