Fair Housing
Under the Tennessee Human Rights Act, which of the following is a protected class not covered by the federal Fair Housing Act?
ARace
BNational origin
CSexual orientation✓ Correct
DFamilial status
Explanation
Tennessee's Human Rights Act adds sexual orientation as a protected class in employment. Note that HUD has interpreted the federal Fair Housing Act to include sexual orientation via sex discrimination, but Tennessee's state law specifically enumerates it.
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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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