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HI HB981
Bill
Status
1/27/2021
Primary Sponsor
Scott Saiki
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AI Summary
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Prohibits landlords from discriminating against rental applicants based on participation in Section 8 housing choice voucher programs or permanent supportive housing programs.
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Bans advertisements stating "No Section 8 accepted" or similar language, and prohibits landlords from discouraging applicants or imposing different rental conditions based on housing assistance participation.
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Allows landlords to verify income sources and evaluate creditworthiness and stability of tenants, but cannot reject applicants solely because their income includes housing assistance.
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Permits individuals to file civil actions in district court within one year of alleged violations, with potential damages up to $2,500 plus attorney's fees and injunctive relief.
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Effective date: July 1, 2050.
Legislative Description
Relating To Rental Discrimination.
Source of Income
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Eli excused (1).
2/10/2021