Fair Housing
Under TREC rules, a Texas real estate licensee who engages in discriminatory conduct faces:
AOnly a private lawsuit from the aggrieved party
BTREC disciplinary action including suspension or revocation of their license✓ Correct
CA small fine of up to $500
DMandatory additional training but no license action
Explanation
Discriminatory conduct by a Texas licensee violates TREC rules as well as federal and state fair housing laws. TREC can impose disciplinary action including suspension or revocation in addition to potential civil and criminal penalties under fair housing statutes.
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