Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Summary
The Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026 amends the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination against people who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or severe trafficking. It defines these terms by reference to existing federal statutes and extends the list of protected classes to include survivors, whether actual or perceived. The goal is to improve safe and affordable housing access for a population at high risk of homelessness and further abuse.
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