2 years after Grants Pass, 14 states, 350 cities have tougher laws on street homelessness

Two years after the Supreme Court's Grants Pass decision enabled stricter public camping bans, 14 states and over 350 cities have introduced tougher laws targeting street homelessness. This move reflects a significant shift in policy aimed at addressing homelessness through enforcement rather than support. The implications are profound, potentially pushing more people into precarious situations and raising ethical questions about the balance between public safety and humanitarian obligations. This trend underscores a broader national debate on how best to tackle homelessness.