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Rhode Island's Fair Housing law expands protections beyond the seven federal protected classes. Which of the following most accurately describes the additional classes covered under Rhode Island law?

Correct Answer

B) Sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, and housing status

Rhode Island's Fair Housing Practices Act adds sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and housing status (homelessness) as protected classes beyond the seven federal classes (race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability). Knowing the full scope of RI additions — not just one or two — is essential for licensees practicing in the state.

Answer Options
A
Sexual orientation only, with no other additions beyond federal law
B
Sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, and housing status
C
Marital status and source of income only
D
Gender identity and age only

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Related Topics:

federal-fair-housing-actRhode-Island-Commission-for-Human-Rightsprotected-classeshousing-discriminationcontinuing-education

Key Terms:

fair housingprotected classessexual orientationgender identityhousing statusRhode Island Fair Housing Practices Act

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