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Under the Illinois Human Rights Act, which of the following correctly describes how immigration status is treated in housing transactions involving brokerage or appraisal services?

Correct Answer

C) Discrimination based on immigration status is prohibited in Illinois housing transactions, including brokerage and appraisal services.

The Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5/) and Illinois Department of Human Rights materials expressly prohibit discrimination based on immigration status in housing transactions, which includes services provided by brokers and appraisers. Illinois extended its housing protections beyond the federal Fair Housing Act baseline to include immigration status as a protected characteristic.

Answer Options
A
Immigration status is not addressed by Illinois law, so brokers may consider it when evaluating housing applicants.
B
Brokers may consider immigration status only if a lender has already denied financing on that basis.
C
Discrimination based on immigration status is prohibited in Illinois housing transactions, including brokerage and appraisal services.
D
Immigration status is a protected class solely in Illinois employment law and has no application to housing transactions.

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