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

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Landlords may not discriminate based on lawful source of income, including by inquiring about it. Source: R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-37-4 (https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/Statutes/TITLE34/34-37/34-37-4.htm), last checked 2026-10-15.

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

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