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Morrison — Ch. 28 Human Relations § 28-19

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Morrison — Ch. 28 Human Relations § 28-19
Under authority of 65 ILCS 5/11-11.1-1, the city adopts the provisions of article I, sections 17 through 19 of the Illinois Constitution, and the provisions of the federal Fair Housing Act, 42 USC 3601 et seq., to the extent the provisions are applicable for adoption and enforcement by the city.
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Plain English

Morrison Chapter 28, Section 28-19 formally incorporates two bodies of anti-discrimination law into the city's own legal framework: the relevant sections of the Illinois Constitution (Article I, Sections 17–19) and the federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 3601 et seq.). By adopting these provisions under Illinois municipal authority (65 ILCS 5/11-11.1-1), the city signals that it can enforce these protections locally, not just rely on state or federal agencies. The effect is that fair housing and equal rights standards become part of Morrison's own municipal code.

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For Property Managers

Under Morrison Ch. 28 § 28-19, property owners and managers operating in Morrison are subject to the fair housing obligations drawn from both the Illinois Constitution and the federal Fair Housing Act, as locally adopted. Compliant operators generally ensure that their rental practices—including advertising, screening, leasing, and terms of tenancy—do not discriminate on any basis prohibited by those incorporated laws. Because the city has adopted these provisions for local enforcement, landlords may face municipal-level scrutiny in addition to state and federal oversight.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Morrison Ch. 28 § 28-19 means that the fair housing protections found in the Illinois Constitution (Article I, Sections 17–19) and the federal Fair Housing Act apply within Morrison as a matter of local law, giving residents an additional local avenue alongside state and federal remedies. Tenants who believe they have experienced housing discrimination may consider raising a violation of this section in relevant proceedings, filing a complaint with a state or federal fair housing agency, or reaching out to a tenant-rights or fair housing organization for general information. Because this provision brings multiple layers of law into the local code, understanding which protections apply to a given situation may benefit from consultation with a knowledgeable resource.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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