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

This bill would prevent local governments from penalizing homeless individuals for certain activities on public land, such as resting or sheltering from the elements, if no adequate indoor alternative is available. It also creates an affirmative defense in criminal cases, allowing individuals to argue they were engaging in life-sustaining activities because no suitable indoor space was provided. The law would take effect in August 2026 and would override any local rules that conflict with it.

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