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Salt Lake City Council vows revisions to anti-camping ordinance after fierce backlash

07.05.2026 12:00 1 min 1 source РУС
The Salt Lake Tribune HRV

Over 70 residents testified against a draft ordinance that would expand the definition of illegal encampments to include sleeping overnight in RVs and cars. Critics called the measure cruel and unconstitutional, arguing it criminalizes people struggling economically. Council members pledged to revise the rules to avoid penalizing those unable to comply due to homelessness.

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