Fair Housing
A Montana motel operator who refuses accommodation to a person because of their race is violating:
AOnly the Montana Human Rights Act
BThe Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title II) and potentially the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
COnly local anti-discrimination ordinances
DNo law since motels are private businesses
Explanation
Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination in public accommodations (including motels and hotels) based on race, color, religion, or national origin. This is separate from the Fair Housing Act.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
ProrationThe division of ongoing property expenses (taxes, HOA dues, rents) between buyer and seller at closing based on their respective days of ownership.
Transfer TaxA tax imposed by state or local governments when real property ownership is transferred, typically based on the sale price.
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