Effective Date: January 1st, 2021
Key points:
Prohibited Actions:
Landlords cannot request, disclose, or threaten to disclose a tenant’s immigration status.
Evicting or denying housing based solely on immigration or citizenship status is prohibited.
Harassment or intimidation related to a tenant’s status is not allowed.
Permitted Actions:
Landlords can follow legal requirements or verify financial qualifications, as long as all applicants are treated equally.
Tenant Remedies:
Tenants can file civil actions if their rights under this act are violated, with protections against status inquiries during litigation.
This law ensures fair housing practices regardless of immigration or citizenship status.
