Fair Housing for Survivors Act: Protecting Victims from Housing Discrimination
This bill makes it illegal to deny housing or evict someone because they are a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. It ensures that victims can find and keep a safe home without facing bias from landlords or lenders.
Key points
Adds survivors of violence and trafficking as a protected class under the Fair Housing Act.
Prohibits landlords from refusing to rent to someone based on their history of abuse or status as a survivor.
Protects survivors from eviction due to violence committed against them in their homes.
Allows for specific housing assistance programs tailored to the safety and recovery needs of survivors.
Status:
Introduced
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