1968 Fair Housing Act Amendments

The 1968 Fair Housing Act Amendments expanded protections against housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, and religion. It aimed to ensure that everyone had equal access to housing regardless of these factors. The amendments prohibited practices such as refusing to sell or rent to someone based on their background and addressed discriminatory advertising. They also introduced enforcement mechanisms, allowing individuals to take legal action if they experienced discrimination. Overall, these amendments sought to promote fair treatment in housing and help combat segregation in neighborhoods across the United States.