Homeless people in Florida banned from sleeping in public places under newly-signed bill

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Wednesday banning homeless people in the state from sleeping in public spaces.

President Joe Biden touts his administration's actions to invest in American industries like manufacturing in a speech from Arizona.by JACK LEMNUS | WPEC StaffFILE - A man lies in a park covered with a blanket against the cold, Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, in Miami. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Wednesday banning homeless people from sleeping in public spaces.

Florida will not allow homeless encampments to intrude on its citizens or undermine their quality of life like we see in states like New York and California,” DeSantis said. “The legislation I signed today upholds our commitment to law and order while also ensuring homeless individuals have the resources they need to get back on their feet.”

If and when a local government finds a space that meets these requirements, the camp must meet a few standards. For one, it must come with clean water and operable restrooms. If the county or municipality doesn't comply with the new law, they could also be opened up to litigation.

 

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