Connecticut passes landmark ‘Homeless Person’s Bill Of Rights’ law

Bill would protect homeless from discrimination in employment, housing or public accomodation.

from ThinkProgress

"Connecticut is on the cusp of enacting a major new law to protect people who are homeless from discrimination.

"Last week, Connecticut lawmakers passed the 'Homeless Person’s Bill Of Rights' at the literal 11th hour — 11:30 p.m. on June 5, one half hour before the legislative session ended. The bill, SB 896, a landmark piece of legislation to protect homeless individuals’ rights, adds homeless people as a protected class who can’t be discriminated against in employment, housing, or public accommodations. It also includes protections for homeless people to move freely in public spaces, such as parks and sidewalks, without being singled out for harassment by law enforcement officers. …"

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