court cases (e.g., Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs v. Inclusive Communities Project)

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs v. Inclusive Communities Project was a significant Supreme Court case in 2015 focused on housing discrimination. The case addressed whether policies that had a discriminatory effect—like promoting affordable housing in predominantly minority neighborhoods—violated the Fair Housing Act. The Court ruled that proving discrimination doesn’t require showing intent; it can be established by demonstrating that a practice disproportionately harms a protected group. This decision affirmed the importance of addressing systemic discrimination in housing policies, promoting equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race or background.