Bill > H1655

This bill amends Chapter 151B of the General Laws to expand fair housing protections for victims of abusive behavior. Key provisions include: 1) defining "victim of abusive behavior" and "abusive behavior" to include domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, and kidnapping; 2) prohibiting discrimination in housing-related transactions against people based on their status as a victim of abusive behavior; and 3) creating a presumption that a person is a victim of abusive behavior if they provide certain types of documentation, such as a protective order or police report. The bill aims to help ensure victims of abuse have equal access to housing opportunities.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1655