Fair Housing
Under South Dakota and federal law, which of the following statements about sexual harassment by a landlord is TRUE?
ASexual harassment in housing is a personal matter, not a fair housing issue
BSexual harassment in housing constitutes sex discrimination under the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
COnly HUD employees can enforce sexual harassment housing claims
DSexual harassment claims require a pattern of conduct (one instance is not actionable)
Explanation
Sexual harassment in housing contexts constitutes sex discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. Both quid pro quo (conditioning housing on sexual favors) and hostile environment harassment are prohibited.
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