Penalties for certain uses of public land by homeless individuals prohibited, affirmative defense in criminal proceedings provided, and civil remedies provided.

Summary

The bill bars cities, counties and towns from imposing penalties on homeless individuals who use public property to sleep, eat, store belongings or perform other life‑sustaining activities, unless an adequate indoor alternative is available. It defines what counts as an adequate alternative indoor space and gives anyone harmed by a violation the right to sue for damages. The attorney general may also enforce the rule.

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