Ensuring LGBT Access to HUD Housing Programs

March 2012 | American Civil Liberties Union

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“"Strong evidence exists showing LGBT individuals and families do not have equal access to housing and face various barriers when attempting to obtain housing." ”

This article discusses the new HUD regulations that aim to protect LGBT individuals and couples. These rules provide much needed housing protections to LGBT individuals and families and add additional nondiscrimination requirements to existing HUD programs. In addition, the article overviews what to do if one suspects that housing discrimination is occurring.