Bill > S2438

This bill limits the use of certain criminal records and credit history reports in denying housing to prospective applicants, and provides for fines for failure to comply. The bill requires housing providers to disclose their eligibility criteria and allow applicants to provide evidence of inaccuracies, rehabilitation, or mitigating factors. It restricts housing providers from considering certain types of criminal records and requires a justification for withdrawing a conditional offer based on an applicant's criminal record. The bill also requires housing providers to provide written notification of denials and allows applicants to request a copy of the information relied upon. Additionally, the bill prohibits discriminatory advertising and retaliation, and limits the consideration of credit history to the three years preceding the application. The bill takes effect upon passage.