Governor Ron DeSantis announced he’s working with the Florida Legislature to combat homelessness by moving bills through the legislative session. The proposal includes:
- Prohibiting camping on city streets, sidewalks and parks.
- Creating state enforcement tools to ensure local governments comply.
- Increasing funding for homeless shelters, while requiring occupants to not use drugs and utilize workforce services.
- Increasing funding for substance abuse and mental health treatment.
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READ: The Proposal to Combat Homelessness
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