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The Maryland Fair Housing Act adds several protected classes beyond those in the federal Fair Housing Act. Which of the following is NOT a protected class added by Maryland beyond the seven federal protected classes?

Correct Answer

D) Familial status

Familial status is NOT a class added by Maryland beyond the federal law — it is one of the seven classes already protected under the federal Fair Housing Act (added by the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988). Maryland's additions beyond the federal classes include marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and source of income, as set forth in Md. Code Ann., State Gov't § 20-702.

Answer Options
A
Source of income
B
Marital status
C
Sexual orientation
D
Familial status

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