The governor of Missouri recently signed a law allowing landlords to discriminate against renters who receive public assistance, including tenants who use federal housing vouchers to pay rent. The move overturns local laws prohibiting this kind of discrimination, including in Missouri cities such as Saint Louis and Kansas City.
The change means that landlords can use applicants’ lawful sources of income, including Section 8, veterans’ benefits, and Social Security, in determining whether to rent to them. The law is likely to hurt affordable housing efforts across Missouri. Section 8 housing vouchers help low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing in the private market.
The attorneys at Kennedy Hunt P.C. are experts in fair housing laws. We exclusively represent clients in their fights against housing discrimination in Missouri and Illinois and have landed many large settlements. If you or someone you know has had their housing rights violated, the skilled attorneys at Kennedy Hunt, P.C. may be able to help you. Fill out a questionnaire so we can understand your claim.