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PA SB1089
Bill
Status
11/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nikil Saval
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AI Summary
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Permits individuals experiencing homelessness to use public spaces for "life-sustaining activities" (sleeping, resting, eating, storing belongings) as long as they do not obstruct walkways or streets, unless adequate alternative indoor shelter has been offered
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Defines "adequate alternative indoor space" with strict requirements: must be free, available indefinitely without daily reapplication, accommodate disabilities, accept pets, allow partners/family, and accommodate personal property
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Prohibits civil or criminal penalties for homeless individuals soliciting, sharing, or accepting food, water, money, or donations in public spaces when not obstructing passage
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Extends personal property protections against unreasonable search and seizure to belongings stored in public spaces, and allows homeless individuals to park vehicles on public property if not obstructing traffic
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Creates enforcement mechanisms including Attorney General authority to bring civil actions, a private right of action for affected individuals, and waives sovereign immunity for government violations; effective 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Providing for permitted use of public space; and, in matters affecting government units, further providing for exceptions to sovereign immunity.
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary
11/17/2025