Bill
B 29-38
Overview: B 29-38, AN ACT TO ADD A NEW ARTICLE 6 OF CHAPTER 48, DIVISION 1, TITLE 21, GUAM CODE ANONTATED, RELATIVE TO PROHIBITIONS ON DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING BASED ON SOURCE OF
Overview: B 29-38, AN ACT TO ADD A NEW ARTICLE 6 OF CHAPTER 48, DIVISION 1, TITLE 21, GUAM CODE ANONTATED, RELATIVE TO PROHIBITIONS ON DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING BASED ON SOURCE OF INCOME (SOI) AS TO PROMOTE EQUITABLE ACCESS TO HOUSING, bill, introduced November 27, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to prohibit discrimination in housing based on a person's source of income, such as government assistance or other non-employment-based income. The goal is to promote equitable access to housing and prevent unfair practices that limit housing opportunities for certain individuals or families.
Key Provisions:
- Adds a new article to the Guam Code Annotated prohibiting housing discrimination based on source of income
- Defines "source of income" and outlines prohibited discriminatory practices
- Establishes enforcement mechanisms and penalties for violations
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill will benefit individuals and families who rely on non-employment-based income, such as government assistance, by ensuring they have equal access to housing opportunities. It will also impact landlords and housing providers, who will be required to comply with the new anti-discrimination provisions.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced and is currently in the legislative process. It will need to be reviewed, debated, and passed by the legislature before being sent to the governor for signature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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