Fair Housing
In South Dakota, a property manager who refuses to rent to someone because they receive housing assistance (Section 8 voucher) may be violating:
AOnly federal law, not South Dakota law
BOnly South Dakota law, not federal law
CBoth local ordinances and potentially fair housing laws depending on jurisdiction
DNo law, as source of income is not a protected class under federal fair housing law✓ Correct
Explanation
Source of income (including Section 8 housing vouchers) is NOT a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act. However, some states and localities have added it as a protected class.
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