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This bill, known as the "Mississippi Fair Housing Act," establishes a civil right to obtain housing and other real estate without discrimination based on religion, race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or familial status, which refers to the presence of children. It prohibits individuals and real estate professionals from refusing to engage in or discriminating in the terms of real estate transactions, refusing to negotiate, misrepresenting property availability, or publishing discriminatory advertisements. The act also prohibits discrimination in real estate financing and makes void any provisions in property documents that limit use or occupancy based on these protected characteristics, with limited exceptions for religious organizations. Furthermore, it prohibits retaliating against individuals who oppose discriminatory practices or participate in investigations, and it allows for civil lawsuits seeking damages, including attorney's fees, for violations of the act.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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