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Vermont's Fair Housing and Public Accommodations Act (9 V.S.A. Chapter 139) protects several classes beyond the seven federal protected classes. Which of the following is NOT an additional protected class added by Vermont state law?

Correct Answer

C) Familial status

Familial status is one of the seven protected classes under the federal Fair Housing Act (added by the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988), not an additional class created by Vermont state law. Vermont's additional protected classes beyond the federal seven include marital status, age (18+), sexual orientation, gender identity, and receipt of public assistance. Familial status is already covered at the federal level.

Answer Options
A
Receipt of public assistance
B
Gender identity
C
Familial status
D
Sexual orientation

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