Fair Housing
Which of the following is NOT a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act?
ARace
BReligion
CSource of income✓ Correct
DFamilial status
Explanation
Source of income (e.g., Section 8 vouchers) is NOT a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act, though several states and localities—including some Nevada jurisdictions—have added it as a local protected class.
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