Substitute House Bill No. 7033 seeks to enhance the rights of homeless individuals by prohibiting municipalities from enacting ordinances that penalize them for engaging in daily living activities on public land, which is broadly defined to include various government-owned or leased properties, excluding school grounds. The bill allows activities such as sleeping, eating, and seeking shelter, provided they do not obstruct traffic, and these rights are contingent upon the absence of adequate alternative indoor space. The bill introduces a civil penalty of $50 to $100 for violations and empowers the Attorney General to initiate civil actions on behalf of affected individuals. It also aligns the definition of "homeless person" with federal law and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Furthermore, the bill establishes specific rights for homeless individuals, including the right to use public accommodations without discrimination, the freedom from penalties for soliciting donations, and the right to privacy regarding personal property in public areas. It mandates that municipalities provide transportation for homeless individuals and their belongings to designated adequate alternative indoor spaces, although the criteria for determining such spaces remain unclear. The legislation also protects the rights of homeless individuals to engage in religious practices in public and to occupy vehicles on public or private property under certain conditions. The bill was favorably reported by the Housing Committee with a vote of 14 in favor and 4 against.