Fair Housing
In Rhode Island, which of the following is NOT a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act of 1968?
ARace
BSexual orientation✓ Correct
CReligion
DFamilial status
Explanation
Sexual orientation is not a protected class under the original federal Fair Housing Act, though HUD's enforcement under the Biden administration included it, and Rhode Island state law does include it. The seven federal classes are race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability.
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Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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