The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on a person’s:
• Race (any race)
• Color (any color)
• Religion (any religion or no religion)
• National Origin (any nationality)
• Sex (including gender identity)
• Familial Status (presence of children under 18 in family, pregnancy, or adults attempting to secure custody of children)
• Disability (handicap)
This guide below offers overview of the federal and state Fair Housing Acts.
