MAPC Releases Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Housing Bias Decision
BOSTON – Marc D. Draisen, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), today issued the following statement:
“The Metropolitan Area Planning Council applauds yesterday’s United States Supreme Court decision the case of Texas v. Inclusive Communities. This important decision allows people to sue against public or private actions that have a discriminatory effect, without having to prove intent. It means that America will continue to pursue fairness in the distribution of housing throughout the nation.”
“Here in the Boston region, we have begun to overcome a long history of discrimination in the housing market. This decision means we can continue to make progress in creating a region that is welcoming to all people.”
“MAPC, the regional land use planning agency for Greater Boston, drafts plans to build and preserve affordable housing, trains cities and towns to comply with fair housing laws, and helps communities to cooperate on housing policy across municipal lines.
For more information about MAPC, visit www.mapc.org
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