H437

Drug-Free Zones/Unauthorized Public Camping

Vetoed·7/8/26

Establishes drug-free homeless service zones and increases penalties for drug offenses within these zones.

The bill establishes drug-free homeless service zones within 300 feet of facilities serving homeless individuals. It increases penalties for drug offenses within these zones, classifying them as Class 1 misdemeanors for minors and Class E felonies for adults. The bill also mandates that operators of such facilities post signs identifying the area as a drug-free zone. The changes apply to offenses committed after December 1, 2025.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

71 Yea

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40 Nay

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7 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 18

9:00 AM

Rules and Operations of the Senate Hearing

Jun 18

9:00 AM

Rules and Operations of the Senate Hearing

History

Jul 8

Vetoed 07/08/2026

Jul 8

House

Received from the Governor

Jul 2

Pres. To Gov. 7/2/2026