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MN SF5384
MN SF5384Cities and counties requirement to create policies regarding homeless encampments
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Introduced
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
In Committee
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
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 diverse needs of unsheltered homeless individuals and ensure the most humane treatment when removing them from camping sites on public property. The bill outlines specific policy requirements, including a 96-hour written notice before removal, with information on property storage, available shelter and social services, and a requirement for a post-removal meeting to discuss the removal's justness and potential policy changes. The bill also restricts the issuance of certain citations near the notice sites and requires law enforcement to provide camping site population estimates to nonprofit and social service organizations.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to State and Local Government and Veterans (on 04/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF5384&ssn=0&y=2023 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF5384&version=0&session=ls93&session_year=2024&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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