State attorneys general oppose HUD proposal to rescind discriminatory effects standard

On February 11, a coalition of state attorneys general published a comment letter urging HUD to withdraw its proposed rule rescinding its “Discriminatory Effects Standard” under the Fair Housing Act (covered by InfoBytes here). The attorneys general argued that the current standard provides clarity, promotes compliance, reduces litigation burdens, and ensures consistent enforcement across the U.S. The letter warned that removing it would create confusion among housing providers, increase... By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP