The proposed bill HB2782 establishes a new Homeless Shelter and Services Fund, allocating $5.5 million from the FY 2024 Housing Trust Fund and $50 million from the Consumer Remediation Subaccount to support initiatives aimed at addressing homelessness and drug-related activities. It introduces new felony and misdemeanor classifications for drug offenses within designated homeless service zones, imposes fines, and requires service providers to maintain visible notices designating their facilities as drug-free zones. Additionally, the bill mandates the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission to report on drug overdoses and crimes involving homeless individuals, while also prohibiting unauthorized camping on state or local lands and allowing civil action against violations.

The bill amends existing laws to impose stricter regulations on drug use and homelessness, including making it unlawful to sell dangerous drugs in designated zones and requiring facilities to adopt drug-free policies. It also introduces "mixed hoteling" regulations, requiring hotels to inform guests about housing homeless individuals. Furthermore, it mandates a performance audit of homelessness expenditures and limits appropriations for services to U.S. citizens. Overall, the bill aims to enhance accountability and support for homelessness services while addressing drug-related issues within these communities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3411.01, 41-1713, 41-2204, 41-3956, 41-3958, 13-703, 13-704, 13-708, 31-233, 41-1830.11, 12-119, 41-1304, 41-1304.05, 41-1362, 41-796, 28-1324, 28-1325, 28-1326, 28-1462, 28-3318, 37-1302, 35-146, 35-147, 41-1752, 38-615
House Engrossed Version: 13-3411.01, 41-2405, 41-3956, 41-3958, 13-703, 13-704, 13-708, 31-233, 13-3401, 41-2401, 41-2402, 41-2407, 28-1383