Alert: The Homeless Bill of Rights and Land Day 2024

Advocate for an Updated Homeless Bill of Rights on Wednesday, March 27

Bill Number: H7967

Summary: This bill would require police and public works departments to adopt policies and procedures that would ensure they comply with the Homeless Bill of Rights.

Our Position: FOR / IN SUPPORT OF

Current Status: In committee (House)

Additional Information: see Steve Ahlquist’s article and testimony

How to Submit Written Testimony:

• Submit testimony by: Tuesday, March 26, 4:00pm

• Write a short statement, 1-3 paragraphs, explaining why you support the bills

  • Include your name, the bill number (H7967), and your viewpoint (FOR)

• Email written testimony to:

  • [email protected]

How to Give In-Person Testimony:

• Attend the committee meeting:

  • The House Committee on Judiciary meeting, Wednesday, March 27, at 4:00pm in the House Lounge at the State House

• Be prepared to share a brief statement about why you support these bills Include your name, the bill number (H7967), and your viewpoint (FOR)

Reminders for Legislative Advocacy

• Be aware that written testimony submitted to any committee is considered public and will be posted to and accessible on the General Assembly website.

• All times and locations given above are accurate as of the writing of this newsletter, but the RI Legislature is prone to changing time and locations of hearings with little notice. If you want to give in-person testimony for a bill, go to this Bill Lookup Page to double check the bill status and meeting information before you go. Put the bill number (no H, no S) in the Bills input field and hit Enter for the most up to date information.

• For in-person testimony, when you arrive and/or during the meeting, you will receive instructions on when and how you can give testimony. Don’t be afraid to poke someone who looks like they know what they’re doing and ask.

March with Palestine for Land & Liberation on Land Day

• When: Saturday, March 30, 5:00pm

• Where: Prospect Terrace, 60 Congdon Street, Providence, RI 02906

• Join PSL on Land Day commemorates the Palestinian people’s steadfast resistance against the illegal and forced displacement and confiscation of their lands by Israel. Since 1976, the day has recognized the sacrifice of those who have bravely stood up against the Israeli occupation with strikes, protests, and demonstrations. Each year’s commemoration amplifies the call for justice, liberation, and the right to return for the Palestinian people.

• Land Day March Instagram Post

Some useful protest links:

How to Film Police Safely

Your Rights When Interacting with Police

Protest Safety