Fair Housing
In Tennessee, which of the following statements about the Tennessee Human Rights Act is correct?
AIt is identical to the federal Fair Housing Act
BIt is administered by the Tennessee Human Rights Commission and may provide broader protections than federal law in some areas✓ Correct
CIt does not apply to housing at all
DIt applies only to employment discrimination
Explanation
The Tennessee Human Rights Act is administered by the THRC and may provide broader anti-discrimination protections than federal law in some contexts. It applies to employment, housing, and public accommodations.
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