The resolution SCR1011 seeks to tackle homelessness in Arizona by mandating the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) to accept and allocate funds from the Arizona Housing Trust Fund for services aimed at individuals experiencing homelessness, pending voter approval. It outlines the establishment of various facilities, such as parking areas with essential amenities, camping sites, and shelters that adhere to specific criteria. The resolution emphasizes the necessity of mental health and substance abuse evaluations at these facilities and prioritizes funding for immediate services for the homeless before considering permanent housing solutions.

Furthermore, the resolution includes regulations on the use of state or local government-owned lands, prohibiting unauthorized camping or long-term sheltering and establishing penalties for violations. It requires political subdivisions with higher homelessness rates than the state average to meet certain conditions to receive additional funding. ADOH is tasked with adopting rules for fund allocation, and the resolution contains a severability clause to ensure that if any part is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be effective. If approved by voters, the resolution will take effect upon the Governor's proclamation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-3955, 41-3956, 44-313, 35-751, 35-313, 35-190