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Maine Source of income discrimination

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

Can a landlord refuse Section 8 or other source of income in Maine?

Landlords may not refuse to rent, or impose different terms, primarily because a person receives public assistance, including housing subsidies.

Verified Source: 5 M.R.S. § 4581-A(4) (replaced repealed § 4582) · last checked 2026-10-15

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