HI SB36

Prohibits landlords from discriminating against rental applicants based on participation in Section 8 housing choice voucher programs or permanent supportive housing programs.

Makes it illegal for landlords to advertise properties with statements like "No Section 8 accepted" or to discourage, refuse to rent to, or impose different conditions on tenants using housing assistance programs.

Allows landlords to verify income sources and evaluate creditworthiness of potential tenants in a commercially reasonable manner, but not to reject applicants solely based on assistance program participation.

Enables individuals to file civil lawsuits in district court within one year of alleged discrimination, with potential damages up to $2,500, injunctive relief, and recovery of attorney's fees and costs.

Effective date: July 1, 2050.