AZ HB2538

Prohibits landlords from refusing to rent, evicting, or discriminating against tenants based on the source of their income.

Forbids landlords from advertising preferences or limitations based on whether tenants receive government or private assistance, subsidies, loans, or income from lawful occupations.

Requires landlords using income thresholds to subtract rent vouchers or subsidies from monthly rent before determining if tenants meet income requirements.

Defines "source of income" to include Section 8 vouchers, housing assistance, public assistance, emergency rental assistance, veterans benefits, social security, and other federal, state, local, private, or nonprofit benefits programs.

Classifies violations as unlawful practices enforceable by the Attorney General under state consumer protection and civil rights laws.