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This bill amends the Illinois Human Rights Act by expanding the definition of "source of income" to provide enhanced protections for veterans. Specifically, the bill broadens the existing definition to explicitly include any lawful and verifiable income received by veterans, whether paid directly to the veteran, to a veteran's representative, or to a housing owner or landlord on their behalf. This expanded definition encompasses various forms of financial support, including federal, state, and local public assistance programs and housing subsidies. A key example highlighted in the bill is the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) vouchers. By clarifying and expanding the definition of source of income, the bill aims to prevent discrimination against veterans based on the type of income they receive, potentially making it easier for veterans to secure housing and access other services without facing unfair treatment.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3042&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104