Land Use & Zoning
Texas law prohibits discrimination in housing based on the Texas Fair Housing Act. For enforcement purposes, this law is administered by:
ATREC
BThe Texas Workforce Commission's Civil Rights Division✓ Correct
CThe Texas Attorney General directly
DLocal city governments only
Explanation
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Civil Rights Division enforces the Texas Fair Housing Act (Texas Property Code Chapter 301). Complainants may file with the TWC, HUD, or both. The TWC investigates complaints and may pursue administrative proceedings. Texas's fair housing law mirrors federal law and allows for state-level enforcement.
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