CT HB07033

Prohibits municipalities from enacting ordinances that penalize homeless persons for conducting activities of daily living (sleeping, eating, preparing food, seeking shelter from extreme weather, accessing medical care, using hygiene facilities) on public land, unless adequate alternative indoor space with transportation is offered

Protects homeless persons' rights to use public accommodations without housing status discrimination, solicit or share food/money/donations in public, and practice religion in public spaces

Grants homeless persons' personal property stored in public places the same privacy protections as property in a private dwelling, prohibiting unreasonable search and seizure

Allows homeless persons to occupy motor vehicles or recreational vehicles on public property if not obstructing traffic, or on private property with owner permission

Establishes civil penalties of $50-$100 per violation for any person or municipality that infringes on these rights, enforceable through Superior Court action by the Attorney General on behalf of aggrieved persons

Effective date: July 1, 2025