What does the Fair Housing Act aim to eliminate?

The Fair Housing Act primarily aims to eliminate discrimination in housing practices based on certain protected characteristics. These include race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. The act was established to ensure equal opportunity in housing, making it illegal to refuse to sell or rent housing to someone because of these attributes. By doing so, it promotes fair and equitable access to housing for all individuals, regardless of their background or personal characteristics. This aligns with the broader goal of fostering diversity and inclusion within communities and preventing segregation in housing markets.