Delaware HB451 amends fair housing laws to clarify liability for discriminatory effects, including disparate impact, in housing practices.
Delaware HB451 amends Title 6 of the Delaware Code to clarify fair housing laws, emphasizing liability for discriminatory effects in housing practices. It establishes that a discriminatory effect can be proven without showing discriminatory intent. The bill outlines the burdens of proof, requiring complainants to show a discriminatory effect and respondents to justify the practice with substantial, legitimate, nondiscriminatory interests. It also allows complainants to prevail by proving less discriminatory alternatives exist.
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