Fair Housing
Which of the following is NOT a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act?
AColor
BNational origin
CSource of income✓ Correct
DFamilial status
Explanation
Source of income (such as Section 8 housing vouchers) is not a federally protected class under the Fair Housing Act. However, Minnesota law prohibits discrimination based on lawful source of income in housing, providing broader protections than federal law.
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