Fair Housing
An Oklahoma landlord requires all prospective tenants to provide proof of U.S. citizenship. This policy may:
ABe a legitimate security requirement
BConstitute national origin or possibly race discrimination under the Fair Housing Act if it screens out protected classes disproportionately and is not applied as a general alien-status screen legally required✓ Correct
CBe required by Oklahoma state law
DOnly apply to federally subsidized housing
Explanation
Requiring citizenship documents as a condition of tenancy can constitute national origin discrimination if it disproportionately affects persons of certain national origins. Landlords generally must verify legal presence/ability to contract but cannot discriminate based on national origin.
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