2025 Legislative Session Begins January 13th.
More Bill details will be updated as we get closer!

Bill #: TBD - Minimum Shelter Standards

The Minimum Shelter Standards bill aims to ensure that shelters provide safe, accessible, and dignified housing options for individuals experiencing homelessness. By setting standards for adequate space, hygiene facilities, safety measures, and essential services, this legislation addresses the basic human needs often neglected in current shelter conditions. Many shelters fail to meet these standards, creating overcrowded, unsafe, or inaccessible environments that discourage individuals from seeking refuge and perpetuate cycles of homelessness. Inspired by the need for humane alternatives to punitive homelessness policies, such as those highlighted in Martin v. City of Boise, this bill supports public health initiatives by reducing disease spread and improving the overall well-being of shelter residents. Establishing these standards ensures that shelters are a viable, compassionate solution for those in need.

Sponsors
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Waldo E. Waldron-Ramsey