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MN HF5038

MN HF5038
Cities and counties required to create policies regarding homeless encampments.


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Introduced
03/20/2024
In Committee
03/20/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to local government; requiring cities and counties to create policies regarding homeless encampments; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 465.

AI Summary

This bill requires all cities and counties in Minnesota to develop and implement policies that recognize the differing needs of unsheltered homeless individuals and ensure their humane treatment when removing them from public property camping sites. The policies must include providing at least 96 hours' written notice before removal, with information on personal property storage, available shelter and social services, and a process for reviewing whether the removal was just and humane. Exceptions to the notice requirement are allowed in cases of imminent harm or public health emergencies. The bill also restricts the issuance of citations for unlawful camping or loitering near the posted notice.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Author added Sencer-Mura (on 03/21/2024)

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