Adopt law requiring equal housing opportunity for people with criminal records

Housing & HomelessnessHousing

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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Votes

Approve consent calendar

Moved by: Councilmember McLaughlinSeconded by: Vice Mayor Martinez
Passed

6 to 0

Jovanka BecklesAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Jael MyrickAye
Vinay PimpléAye
Eduardo MartinezAye
Tom ButtAye