Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs Senate Bill 1804. The law prohibits housing discrimination for people who need an Emotional Support Animal (ESA) due to a disability or special need. The bill was set in effect last July 1, 2020.

Housing providers, however, have the right to question or request information that supports a person’s need for an ESA. Disability determinations or receipts of disability benefits from the government are enough proofs.

Housing providers also cannot request information regarding the diagnosis or severity of the person’s condition or disability. This is to limit the disclosure of personal and medical information about the individual. Lastly, the new law prohibits housing providers to charge more for ESA accommodation.

Source: JDSUPRA

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