Adopt law requiring equal housing opportunity for people with criminal records
In Plain English
The city passed a new law protecting people with past criminal convictions from housing discrimination. Affordable housing providers must now give equal consideration to applicants regardless of criminal history. This helps formerly incarcerated residents access stable housing in Richmond.
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