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Governor Josh Stein just vetoed a controversial bill that would’ve banned unauthorized camping and created drug-free zones around homeless services — calling it counterproductive and an unfunded burden on local governments. The legislation, backed by some as a way to snag federal grants, would’ve let cities designate temporary camping spots with strict safety and health requirements — a move critics say criminalizes homelessness and shifts costs without funding. Advocates warn punitive measures hurt, not help, the crisis, urging lawmakers to focus instead on housing and support systems.

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