Tag: Texas homeless policy 2026

What Is the New Homeless Law in Texas? What It Actually Means for Shelters and People in Need
Feb 20 2026 Elara Varden

What Is the New Homeless Law in Texas? What It Actually Means for Shelters and People in Need

Texas's new homeless law, Senate Bill 11, criminalizes sleeping in public spaces even when shelters are full. It's increasing citations, straining shelters, and pushing vulnerable people further into the margins - without solving the housing crisis.

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