AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 6 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO FAIR HOUSING AND DISPARATE IMPACT LIABILITY.

Summary

The bill adds a new definition of “discriminatory effect” and makes any housing practice that results in a disparate impact on a protected class unlawful, regardless of intent. It creates a burden‑shifting test where plaintiffs must show the effect and defendants must justify the practice as necessary for a legitimate interest. The change applies to rentals, sales, lending, screening, zoning and other housing‑related decisions.

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