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NAACP, ACLU, HRC, NFHA and Many More Sign on to HOME Letter

Posted on October 19, 2011 by fhcadmin

Read the sign on letter supporting the Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME) legislation, introduced by Senator John Kerry on September 22, 2011. The sign on letter is one of strong support by various housing and civil rights organizations across the … Continue reading →

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New Protections Proposed for LGBT Individuals

Posted on September 26, 2011 by fhcadmin

Advocate.com Kerry, Nadler Propose Fair Housing Bill for LGBTs The Housing Opportunities Made Equal Act, or HOME Act, would amend existing federal law to ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity in housing and credit. By … Continue reading →

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HUD Proposes New Rules for LGBT Equality in Housing; Mentions Arcus Report

Posted on January 25, 2011 by fhcadmin

The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development recently announced new proposed rules to ensure that HUD programs are available to all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. The full proposed rule is available here. Comments are … Continue reading →

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HUD Issues Guidance on LGBT Housing Discrimination Complaints

Posted on July 1, 2010 by fhcadmin

HUD No. 10-139 Shantae Goodloe (202) 708-0685 FOR RELEASE Thursday July 1, 2010 HUD ISSUES GUIDANCE ON LGBT HOUSING DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINTS Department addresses housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity WASHINGTON- The U.S. Department of Housing and … Continue reading →