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2007 House Bill 2244: Authorizing faith communities to host temporary homeless encampments subject to restrictions.
Introduced by Rep. Mark Miloscia (Algona) (D) on February 14, 2007
To declare that faith communities shall not be restricted from hosting temporary encampments for the homeless. A temporary encampment may be subject to reasonable compliance requirements related to public health and safety. However, no county, city, or town shall set less than 90 days as the maximum duration for homeless encampments.   Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the House Housing Committee on February 14, 2007
Substitute offered to the House Housing Committee on February 21, 2007
To replace the term "religious organization" with the term "faith community." Local jurisdictions are prohibited from fining a religious organization unless it has clearly endangered the health and safety of the community. Permit fees for temporary encampments are limited to $500. Permit applications must receive a response within 60 days.
Referred to the House Rules Committee on February 23, 2007