SB49Introduced in the Senate
Unhoused Individuals - Rights and Affirmative Defense
Introduced by Anthony Muse, District 26
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Providing that all unhoused individuals have certain rights; stating it is the intent of the General Assembly that the Courts liberally construe the Act to maximize the protections afforded by it to unhoused individuals in the State; establishing an affirmative defense of necessity to certain criminal charges relating to trespass or disturbing the peace; and repealing the authority of a municipality to prohibit vagrancy.
Where it stands
Hearing 1/27 at 1:00 p.m.
January 13, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Pre-filed
First Reading Judicial Proceedings
Hearing 1/27 at 1:00 p.m.
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