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Read more about the article Grants Pass Options For The Homeless and Changeling HB3115 Law
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Grants Pass Options For The Homeless and Changeling HB3115 Law

What Options Does Grants Pass Have Regarding the Homelessness Issue?1) Maintain the Current Unmanaged Homeless Campsites. This option continues to negatively impact our town, community, and tourism. It creates serious…

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May 17, 2025
Read more about the article Oregon is Crying For Help: The Growing Strain on Grants Pass and Beyond
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Oregon is Crying For Help: The Growing Strain on Grants Pass and Beyond

Grants Pass is hurting, drastically. The city has struggled with the homeless crisis for years now, and despite various attempts, no lasting solution has been found. Residents witness the growing…

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May 16, 2025
Read more about the article Homeless Summary and Learn about HB 3115 the homeless law
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Homeless Summary and Learn about HB 3115 the homeless law

Listening and Learning Session: HB 3115 - Unhoused time, place, and manner regulations https://www.grantspassoregon.gov/civicalerts.aspx?aid=3644 Date: Monday, May 19, 2025Time: 6 pm.Location: Council Chambers at City Hall, 101 NW A Street,…

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May 14, 2025
Read more about the article Oregon Legislative Bills to Repeal HB 3115 – Homeless Regulations
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Oregon Legislative Bills to Repeal HB 3115 – Homeless Regulations

There are currently two bills in the Oregon Legislature aimed at repealing HB 3115: Senate Bill SB645 and House Bill HB2432. HB 3115 is the law that makes it extremely…

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May 13, 2025
Read more about the article Homeless: Why Grants Pass must have a designated resting area
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Homeless: Why Grants Pass must have a designated resting area

In Oregon, if a city does not provide designated places for homeless individuals to rest or sleep, it faces both legal and practical challenges due to state laws and recent…

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May 12, 2025
Read more about the article Oregon versus Idaho: Homelessness and Drug Addiction (Part II)
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Oregon versus Idaho: Homelessness and Drug Addiction (Part II)

If you missed Part I of this serious please check it out: Oregon versus Idaho: Homelessness and Drug Addiction (Part I) - A Voice Within In part II - How…

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May 11, 2025
Read more about the article Oregon versus Idaho: Homelessness and Drug Addiction (Part I)
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Oregon versus Idaho: Homelessness and Drug Addiction (Part I)

What separates Oregon from Idaho when it comes to homelessness and drug addiction? After all, Oregon and Idaho are neighboring states. Yet Oregon ranks among the highest in both homelessness…

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May 10, 2025
Read more about the article Homeless: Understanding State and Federal Law
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Homeless: Understanding State and Federal Law

Federal Law: The supreme court ruling states: that local governments can enforce anti-camping ordinances against homeless individuals, even when no alternative shelter is available. The Court held that such enforcement…

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May 4, 2025
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