Fair Housing
Under Washington's 'source of income' protection, which entities must accept Section 8 housing vouchers?
AAll landlords without exception
BLandlords in jurisdictions that have enacted source of income protections (many cities and counties in Washington)✓ Correct
COnly government-funded housing providers
DOnly landlords who participated in the HUD program voluntarily
Explanation
Washington state and many local jurisdictions (Seattle, King County, etc.) have enacted source of income protections requiring landlords to accept Section 8 and other housing vouchers. These laws vary by jurisdiction, so local law must be checked.
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