Virginia

(VA)

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Why We Believe This Matters in Virginia

Virginia's Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), effective January 2023, requires businesses to obtain consumer consent before processing sensitive personal data. We believe the VCDPA is worth reviewing when considering how screening tools handle sensitive personal data.

About these sources: The laws, agencies, and links below are the sources our legal team reviewed to form our reasoning for filtering data. They are provided for your review and reference only. Summaries reflect our general understanding, and may not be complete or current. This is not considered legal advice.

Fair Housing Laws in Virginia

Virginia Fair Housing Law

The Virginia Fair Housing Law prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, disability, and source of funds.

VA Fair Housing Office

DPOR — Fair Housing

Sources Reviewed — Quick Reference Links

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VCDPA Full Text VA Realtors DPOR — Fair Housing

Disclaimer: This page reflects Tether RE's views and summarizes sources our legal team reviewed in forming our filtering approach. It is for informational purposes only. This is not considered legal advice. Laws change frequently and summaries may be incomplete or outdated. Consult qualified legal counsel licensed in Virginia for guidance specific to your practice. Last updated: May 2026.