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HI SB36
Bill
Status
3/9/2021
Primary Sponsor
Stanley Chang
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AI Summary
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Prohibits landlords from discriminating in rental transactions based on a person's participation in Section 8 housing choice vouchers or permanent supportive housing programs.
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Bans advertising language that states properties will not rent to housing assistance program participants, and prevents landlords from discouraging applications or requiring different rental conditions based on program participation.
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Allows landlords to verify income sources and evaluate creditworthiness and stability of potential tenants in a commercially reasonable manner, regardless of housing assistance program participation.
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Permits individuals claiming discrimination to bring civil actions in district court within one year, with potential awards up to $2,500 in damages plus attorney's fees and injunctive relief.
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Takes effect 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 Representative(s) Okimoto voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Todd excused (1).
3/19/2021