Fair Housing
The NJ LAD protects against housing discrimination based on 'atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait.' This is a unique NJ protection covering:
AOnly hereditary diseases affecting mobility
BConditions such as sickle cell trait, hemoglobin C trait, and similar hereditary traits that do not constitute a disease✓ Correct
CAll genetic diseases recognized by the NJ Department of Health
DFederal genetic non-discrimination protections only
Explanation
The NJ LAD uniquely protects individuals from discrimination based on atypical hereditary cellular or blood traits (such as sickle cell trait), which are carrier states that do not cause disease but might be used as a basis for discrimination. This protection exceeds federal law.
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