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HB 1091 (2026)

Make it illegal to camp on private property without written permission in large municipalities

This bill is still active.

Last updated 2026-05-05 2:35 am
Summary:

Requires municipalities to offer a nonmonetary penalty option in lieu of a fine for violations of ordinances prohibiting sleeping or camping outdoors.

The Senate rewrote the bill. The Senate version of the bill allows law enforcement to remove individuals from private property if they do not have written permission from the property owner to be there, and the property is located in a municipality with a population greater than 10,000.

Bill Sponsor:
Jodi Newell
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Status:
SENATE
Public Hearing Date:
04/09/2026 01:50 pm
Public Hearing Location:
SH Room 100
House Voting Date:
03/05/2026
Senate Voting Date:
04/23/2026
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