Maine LD1036 aims to prevent housing discrimination against recipients of public assistance.
Maine LD1036 prohibits housing discrimination against individuals receiving federal, state, or local public assistance. It makes it unlawful for landlords, real estate brokers, and others to refuse to rent, sell, or provide housing services based on an individual's status as a public assistance recipient. This protection extends to all protected classes, including race, sex, and disability. The bill also defines "status as a recipient of federal, state or local public assistance" to include medical assistance and housing subsidies.
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