Fair Housing
In New York, 'source of income' as a protected class under the NYSHRL includes:
AOnly employment income from a full-time job
BLawful sources of income including public assistance, Social Security, SSI, and housing subsidies like Section 8 vouchers✓ Correct
CInvestment income only
DIncome from gig economy work
Explanation
New York's source of income protection covers any lawful source, including public assistance, Social Security, veterans' benefits, alimony, child support, and housing vouchers. Landlords cannot refuse to rent to someone solely because of their lawful income source.
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