Fair Housing
The Washington State Human Rights Commission has jurisdiction over fair housing complaints for up to how many years after the alleged violation?
A1 year✓ Correct
B2 years
C3 years
D5 years
Explanation
Complaints under RCW 49.60 (Washington's Law Against Discrimination) must be filed with the Washington State Human Rights Commission within one year of the alleged discriminatory act.
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