City of Grants Pass v. Johnson (23-175)
CSAC has filed a brief in the United States Supreme Court urging the Supreme Court to reverse the Grants Pass decision, emphasizing the challenges posed by the expansive way in which Martin v. City of Boise has been applied that has resulted in significant practical difficulties. The CSAC brief aims to highlight the unworkability of the Martin decision, citing a confusing array of cases that restrict local governments in addressing public health and safety concerns. The brief emphasizes that criminalization is a tool of last resort, requiring local leaders the discretion to address homelessness through various policy tools and dedicated resources. CSAC’s brief was drafted by its Litigation Counsel Jennifer Henning.
