The Governor of California, Gavin Newsomreportedly issued an executive order to remove homeless encampments in California.
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More details on Governor Gavin Newsom’s executive order
According to CNNGov. Newsom issued the executive order on Thursday, July 25. The outlet reports that the legislation calls on “state officials to begin dismantling homeless encampments.”
“This executive order directs state agencies to take urgent action to address dangerous encampments while supporting and assisting the individuals living in them — and provides guidance for cities and counties to do the same,” Newson reportedly explained. “There are simply no more excuses. It’s time for everyone to do their part.”
The outlet reports that as of last month, the number of homeless people in Los Angeles was around 45,253. Meanwhile, the number of homeless people in Los Angeles County is around 75,312. In total, the outlet claims that the state “has the largest homeless population.”
Fox 35 Orlando The outlet reports that despite Newsom’s order, “the decision to remove encampments will be up to local officials.” The outlet adds that Newsom cannot force local officials to enforce his order. However, he and his administration “can apply pressure by withholding money from counties and cities.”
How did areas of California react to the governor’s decision?
According to CNNParisa Safarzadeh, a spokeswoman for San Francisco Mayor London Breed, said efforts to remove encampments in the area are already underway.
“Our city encampment teams and street outreach team have been going out every day to bring people indoors and to clean up and clear out the encampments,” Safarzadeh reportedly told the outlet. “That’s why we’re seeing a five-year low in the city’s tent count on our streets.”
Additionally, the outlet notes that encampment “clearance” efforts have also been launched in the Venice, Hollywood, and Skid Row areas of Los Angeles. However, CNN adds that these efforts saw “temporary declines” in the level of homeless individuals before those numbers resurfaced.
Ohio and Florida have recently passed legislation related to homelessness.
California is not the only state that has enacted legislation regarding homelessness. As The Shadow Room As previously reported, in March, a bill was sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis that would ban homeless people from sleeping on public property.
Meanwhile, in June, the Supreme Court ruled that homeless individuals in Ohio can now be fined for sleeping rough, for CNN.
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