Supreme Court Ruling on Camping Bans Enforced

Recent legal decisions have granted cities like Spokane and San Francisco more authority to enforce bans on homeless encampments. Spokane's Proposition 1, which restricts camping within 1,000 feet of schools and parks, can now be enforced following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, which overturned the precedent set by Martin v. Boise. Similarly, San Francisco can resume clearing homeless encampments after the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals removed restrictions based on the same Supreme Court ruling. Despite these changes, San Francisco must still follow specific procedures, such as tagging and saving personal belongings during clearances. Both cities face ongoing challenges and legal scrutiny in their efforts to manage homelessness effectively.