Homelessness: Options and Solutions from My Perspective
Background In a previous article, Understanding State and Federal Law in Regard to Homelessness, I discussed a Supreme Court ruling that effectively gave states the authority to regulate homelessness. Oregon had already enacted laws addressing this issue, including HB 3115, which allows cities to regulate homelessness in a time, place and manner that is “objectively reasonable.” However, this law has created significant challenges for local governments, as cities and counties struggle to implement regulations that comply…
