Fair Housing
What are the federally protected classes under the Fair Housing Act?
ARace, color, and national origin only
BRace, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability✓ Correct
CRace, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, age, and sexual orientation
DAll characteristics that might distinguish one person from another
Explanation
The federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. §3604) protects seven classes: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. Pennsylvania's Human Relations Act adds ancestry to these federal protections. Additionally, many Pennsylvania municipalities (Philadelphia, Pittsburgh) add local protections for sexual orientation, gender identity, and other characteristics. Pennsylvania licensees must understand both state and local requirements.
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