Fosters a better sense of understanding, acceptance and appreciation for the diversity in our neighborhoods and throughout our community.  Under federal and state fair housing laws, all residents of Tyler have equal access to housing regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, family status, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression and veteran status.  For more information call Candace Porter-Condry at 903-531-1303.  Signed into federal law in 1968 by President Lyndon B. Johnson.