MN HF445

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 363A.09 to prohibit rental discrimination based on participation in or requirements of public assistance programs for property owners, lessees, managing agents, and real estate brokers.

Expands the definition of protected classes in real property transactions to explicitly include "participation in or requirements of a public assistance program" alongside existing protections for race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, and familial status.

Prohibits discrimination in all aspects of real property transactions, including refusal to sell, rent or lease; discriminatory terms and conditions; and discriminatory advertising or inquiries based on public assistance participation or status.

Defines "public assistance program" as federal, state, or local assistance including rental assistance, rent supplements, and housing choice vouchers.