Bill > HB1395

This bill modifies Missouri's laws related to human rights and fair housing by establishing a comprehensive Missouri Fair Housing Act. The bill repeals and replaces several existing sections of law, significantly expanding protections against discrimination in housing, employment, and public accommodations. Key provisions include prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, gender identity, immigration status, and familial status in areas such as housing sales and rentals, lending, real estate services, and multiple listing services. The bill introduces more detailed definitions of discrimination, clarifies what constitutes unlawful practices, and establishes procedures for filing complaints with the Missouri Commission on Human Rights. It provides mechanisms for investigating discrimination claims, allows for civil actions and potential monetary damages, and sets up a framework for addressing discriminatory practices through administrative hearings or court proceedings. The bill also includes provisions for reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, protects against retaliatory actions, and outlines specific exemptions for certain types of housing arrangements, such as religious organizations and private clubs.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1395&year=2025&code=R