HB 3523
Prohibits discrimination in real property transactions on the basis of minor status.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits discrimination in real property transactions based on a person’s minor status, defined as being under 18 years old. It expands the definition of ‘purchaser’ to include prospective renters and lessees, and clarifies that a refusal to rent based on inability to pay rent must consider housing assistance. The bill also prohibits discrimination based on other protected characteristics like race and source of income, and impacts real estate licensees and those involved in residential real estate transactions.
Key provisions
- Prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, or lease of real property based on minor status.
- Expands the definition of ‘purchaser’ to include prospective renters, lessees, and occupants.
- Allows refusal to rent based on inability to pay rent, considering housing assistance.
- Prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, familial status, and source of income.
- Addresses discrimination by real estate licensees in listing and selling properties.
- Prohibits inducing sales or rentals based on the entry of specific groups into a neighborhood.
- Clarifies exemptions related to common use facilities and housing for older persons.
- Defines ‘residential real estate related transaction’ to include loan financing and property appraisals.
Who is affected
- Real estate purchasers and renters
- Real estate licensees
- Landlords and property owners
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Hoa Nguyen
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