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March 10, 1-2:30 PM

Rent Smart: Know and Use Your Renters' Rights

#TenantRights #KnowYourRights #HousingJustice #IndianaLaw #CommunitySupport #RentSmart #TenantPower #LegalEducation #HousingEquality #EmpowerRenters

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Mount Pleasant discusses tenants-rights committee, leans toward a recommending body and education materials At a work session the commission reviewed staff research on tenants-rights committees, heard that tenant complaints make up a small share of rental units, and generally favored creating a recommending committee to collect data, educate renters and propose policy changes rather than granting enforcement powers.

Mount Pleasant is considering a tenants-rights committee to empower renters and improve housing policies—could this be a game changer for tenant advocacy?

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#MountPleasantIsabellaCounty #MI #TenantEducation #PolicyReform #CitizenPortal #HousingEquality #MountPleasantTenants

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Advocates urge funding boost for human-rights enforcement and press for true cost-of-living measure Nonprofits, Legal Aid and housing advocates told the Council that chronic underfunding of the Commission on Civil and Human Rights (CCHR) undermines enforcement; several witnesses called on the mayor to restore or increase funding (witnesses proposed $25 million for FY27) and urged timely release and use of the true cost of living metric to guide budget decisions.

Advocates are rallying for a crucial funding boost to combat civil rights violations in New York, urging the mayor to allocate $25 million for the Commission on Civil and Human Rights in FY27.

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#NY #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #NewYorkCivilRights #HousingEquality

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Flyer for Indy Tenant Workshop

Flyer for Indy Tenant Workshop

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March 10, 1-2:30 PM

Rent Smart: Know and Use Your Renters' Rights

#TenantRights #KnowYourRights #HousingJustice #IndianaLaw #CommunitySupport #RentSmart #TenantPower #LegalEducation #HousingEquality #EmpowerRenters

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Advocates press bill to limit credit-score screening for voucher holders Advocates at an Evanston webinar described HB5394, a proposed amendment to bar landlords from using credit scores to deny applicants who have vouchers or guaranteed nonwage income, and asked partners to sign on and submit anecdotal evidence to support a committee hearing.

Advocates are rallying for a crucial bill that could end credit score discrimination against housing voucher holders, arguing that these scores misrepresent rental success potential.

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#EvanstonCookCounty #IL #TenantRights #CitizenPortal #HousingEquality #EvanstonHousing

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Charlottesville resident’s testimony helps prompt broader HOA‑harassment substitute; subcommittee reports SB 803 6‑1 After testimony from Tanisha Hudson about alleged property damage, delayed remediation and racialized late fees by her homeowners association, the subcommittee adopted an Attorney General‑sourced substitute to SB 803 that aligns state law with HUD definitions of hostile‑environment and quid‑pro‑quo harassment; the measure passed the subcommittee 6‑1.

Virginia's Senate Bill 803 takes a significant step forward after a powerful testimony from a Charlottesville resident reveals troubling allegations of harassment and discrimination by homeowners associations.

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#VA #RacialJustice #CitizenPortal #VirginiaHOA #HousingEquality

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Flyer for Indy Tenant Workshop

Flyer for Indy Tenant Workshop

Registration now open! buff.ly/UkOQZvt

March 10, 1-2:30 PM

Rent Smart: Know and Use Your Renters' Rights

#TenantRights #KnowYourRights #HousingJustice #IndianaLaw #CommunitySupport #RentSmart #TenantPower #LegalEducation #HousingEquality #EmpowerRenters

Event info: buff.ly/1b55P46

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Flyer for Indy Tenant Workshop

Flyer for Indy Tenant Workshop

Registration now open! buff.ly/UkOQZvt

March 10, 1-2:30 PM

Rent Smart: Know and Use Your Renters' Rights

#TenantRights #KnowYourRights #HousingJustice #IndianaLaw #CommunitySupport #RentSmart #TenantPower #LegalEducation #HousingEquality #EmpowerRenters

Event info: buff.ly/1b55P46

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West Georgia Realtors announce Douglas County Fair Housing exhibit, call for volunteers and $40,000 in sponsorships The West Georgia Board of Realtors will open an immersive Fair Housing exhibit in Douglas County on March 10, running through April 25. Organizers urged residents, schools and businesses to sign up for tours, volunteer and donate; they also explained how to report housing discrimination to HUD and state regulators.

Get ready for an immersive Fair Housing exhibit in Douglas County, where community leaders are calling on everyone to volunteer and make a difference!

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#DouglasCounty #GA #CitizenPortal #HousingEquality #VolunteerSupport #CommunityResources #DouglasCountyFairHousing

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Subcommittee restores fair‑housing training requirement for appraisers, reports bill 10–0 A substitute restoring language that requires appraisal licensure applicants to complete at least two hours of fair‑housing and appraisal‑bias training was adopted and the bill reported unanimously; sponsor cited appraisal bias and low diversity in the appraisal industry.

Virginia's subcommittee just voted unanimously to require appraisers to complete anti-discrimination training, addressing appraisal bias that fuels racial wealth gaps.

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#VA #VirginiaFairHousing #AppraisalBias #DiversityInclusion #CitizenPortal #HousingEquality

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Human Rights Commission asks for $25,000 as HUD cooperative payments stall Big Hartman, executive director of the Vermont Human Rights Commission, told the House Appropriations Committee the agency has not received expected HUD cooperative agreement funds and requested $25,000 in the Budget Adjustment Act to cover core operating costs through the fiscal year.

The Vermont Human Rights Commission is facing a financial crisis as expected HUD funds stall, prompting a $25,000 request to keep essential operations running.

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#VT #BudgetTransparency #CivilRights #CitizenPortal #VermontHumanRights #HousingEquality

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Abstract image of house with text saying stop social housing stigma. Below is a banner saying guest blog.

Abstract image of house with text saying stop social housing stigma. Below is a banner saying guest blog.

Stigma in social housing: are we asking the right questions?

This guest blog from Nic Bliss explores why stigma persists – and how to help rebuild trust and drive long-term change.

👉 Read and reflect: https://loom.ly/CejLvGU

#SocialHousing #TenantVoice #HousingEquality #Stigma #HousingPolicy

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🌍✨ Let’s continue to stand against housing discrimination and support ALL communities in their fight for equality, justice, and opportunity. The problem is solvable and the solutions are available. #HousingEquality #NativeRights #FairHousing #EndDiscrimination #HousingJustice 

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Let?۪s unite against housing discrimination and support all communities in achieving equality and opportunity. #HousingEquality #FairHousing #EndDiscrimination #HousingJustice http://176

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Norwalk commission approves 2026–27 grant application to bolster Fair Housing Office The Norwalk Fair Housing Commission voted to approve the 2026–2027 grant application that reallocates funds to expand outreach, update multilingual materials and support monitoring of discrimination complaints; the application reflects a modest overall operating decrease but shifts money to outreach and translated materials.

Norwalk's Fair Housing Commission just approved a game-changing grant to enhance outreach and support for residents facing housing discrimination—could this be the key to tackling the housing crisis?

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#NorwalkCityFairfield #CT #CitizenPortal #CommunityOutreach #HousingEquality

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Presentation on Kentucky House Bill 160: Erlanger planners begin local ordinance updates for manufactured housing Planning staff from Kenton County outlined changes required by Kentucky House Bill 160, which mandates that qualified manufactured homes be treated the same as single‑family homes in local zoning. The bill was signed April 1, 2025, and becomes effective July 1, 2026; county planning will sponsor text amendments across jurisdictions and return to KC

Erlanger is gearing up for a major shift in housing policy as Kentucky House Bill 160 promises to ensure qualified manufactured homes are treated just like any other single-family residence!

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#ErlangerCityKentonCounty #KY #CitizenPortal #CommunityPlanning #HousingEquality

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If your landlord or letting agent refuses HAP, you can take action.

Contact Community Law & Mediation for free legal advice:

📞 Dublin: 01 847 7804
📞 Limerick: 061 536 100
📧 info@communitylawandmediation.ie

#KnowYourRights #HAP #HousingEquality

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🌍✨ Let’s continue to stand against housing discrimination and support ALL communities in their fight for equality, justice, and opportunity. The problem is solvable and the solutions are available. #HousingEquality #NativeRights #FairHousing #EndDiscrimination #HousingJustice

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San Benito County Clerk Presents Racial Covenant Modifications Under Assembly Bill 14 66 Jacqueline Taylor discusses removing racially restrictive language from county property records.

Hollister City Council is taking a bold step to erase racially restrictive language from property records, tackling century-old injustices in housing!

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#HollisterCitySanBenitoCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #CivicAccountability #HollisterCity #HousingEquality

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‘We Have To Insert Ourselves’: For Black Women, Seeds of Wealth Start With Homeownership www.triplepundit.com/story/2025/black-women-b... #BlackHomeownership #WealthBuilding #HousingEquality #DiversityandInclusion #HousingEquality

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City Council Moves Forward with $123M WIFIA Loan for Wastewater Treatment Plant Council authorizes WIFIA loan to ensure financial stability for wastewater facility project.

The Lake Oswego City Council just approved a massive $123 million loan to upgrade its wastewater treatment plant, tackling both infrastructure needs and fair housing concerns!

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#LakeOswegoCityClackamasCounty #OR #PublicInfrastructure #WaterSustainability #HousingEquality

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Commission Reviews Disability Discrimination Case Against Housing Provider in Maine Hearing examines allegations of discrimination against resident with psychiatric disability in housing.

Urgent calls for action are being made as a young man with a psychiatric disability faces eviction, raising serious allegations of discrimination in Maine's housing policies.

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#ME #CitizenPortal #CivilAccountability #HousingEquality #DisabilityRights #MaineDisability

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Complainants Challenge Investigator's Report on Disability Discrimination Findings Complainants contest investigator's omissions and errors in housing discrimination case report.

Complainants are pushing back against a flawed investigator's report in a case alleging housing discrimination, revealing shocking omissions and inaccuracies that could change everything.

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#ME #CitizenPortal #MaineHumanRights #HousingEquality #DisabilityDiscrimination

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Massachusetts Senate introduces bill for equal protection in real estate appraisals Legislation aims to amend appraisal laws for consumer protection in real estate transactions

Massachusetts is stepping up to protect consumers with new legislation that could transform real estate appraisals!

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#MA #CitizenPortal #LegislativeReform #HousingEquality #ConsumerProtection

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Massachusetts House introduces fair housing assessment requirements for large-scale developments Bill mandates fair housing assessments for new large-scale residential projects in Massachusetts

A groundbreaking bill in Massachusetts aims to ensure fair housing assessments for all new large-scale residential projects, paving the way for more equitable communities.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #CommunityDevelopment #HousingEquality #SocialJustice

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Bellingham City Council approves ordinances to protect tenants from unfair rental fees Council advances two ordinances restricting excessive rental fees and enhancing tenant protections.

Bellingham City Council just took a bold step to protect renters by advancing ordinances that ban unfair rental fees and enhance tenant rights!

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#BellinghamWhatcomCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #CommunityInclusivity #TenantProtections #BellinghamHousing #HousingEquality

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Upcoming sessions:

- All Things Equal - Rapid Rehousing: Why equalities, diversity and inclusion matter
- Let's Talk About... LGBTQ+ Activism and social change in Wales since 1950s, with Norena Shopland
- Cultural Competency training

Upcoming sessions: - All Things Equal - Rapid Rehousing: Why equalities, diversity and inclusion matter - Let's Talk About... LGBTQ+ Activism and social change in Wales since 1950s, with Norena Shopland - Cultural Competency training

Upcoming sessions. - Deeds not Words/Anti-Racist Wales Leaders 
- EDI Connect 
- Becoming Anti-Racist, From Awareness to Action for staff

Upcoming sessions. - Deeds not Words/Anti-Racist Wales Leaders - EDI Connect - Becoming Anti-Racist, From Awareness to Action for staff

Upcoming Tai Pawb training, networks and events – add the dates to your diaries.

From LGBTQ+ activism to cultural competency, there's plenty of opportunity to learn something new and advance your EDI practices.

Book here: www.taipawb.org/events-netwo...

#HousingEquality #CPD #EDI

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Kalamazoo officials discuss board role and challenges in civil rights complaints Kalamazoo leaders address enforcement and training issues within the city's civil rights board.

Kalamazoo is re-evaluating its civil rights enforcement strategies to better address housing complaints and enhance community safety and respect.

Learn more here!

#KalamazooCityKalamazooCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #CommunityOutreach #KalamazooCivilRights #CivicAccountability #HousingEquality

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Mayor McCall proclaims 2025 as Fair Housing Month in Sierra Vista Sierra Vista acknowledges Fair Housing Month in 2025, promoting equal housing opportunities.

Sierra Vista is taking a stand for equality as Mayor McCall declares April 2025 Fair Housing Month, celebrating 57 years of the Fair Housing Act and its vital role in ensuring housing opportunities for all.

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#AZ #HousingEquality #CivilRights #CitizenPortal #SierraVistaHousing

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Rexburg declares April 2025 Fair Housing Month at city council meeting Council ratifies proclamation to recognize Fair Housing Month in Rexburg, Idaho.

Rexburg City Council just declared April 2025 as Fair Housing Month, reaffirming their commitment to equal housing opportunities for all!

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#RexburgCityMadisonCounty #ID #CommunityInclusion #RexburgHousing #HousingEquality #CitizenPortal #CivicEngagement

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