Governor Greg Abbott has been cracking down on the homeless population in Austin, Texas recently. Remember his charming tweet on Twitter which said, "Texas will hammer Travis County”? Greg Abbott has inserted himself into the city’s debate over the recent decriminalization of homelessness. He is right in the middle of everything regarding this debate.
His threats have continued to override Austin's elected officials. Abbott has threatened to take action if officials do not clean up the streets. He has imposed a deadline for November 1.
Governor Greg Abbott feels Austin’s land code policies allow the homeless to do whatever they want. The new homelessness ordinances that allow anyone to camp anywhere on city property as long as they don't create a nuisance, are not an immediate threat, or impede the right of way.
His letter listed a number of state agencies which would have authority to take action within the city. These agencies include Department of State Health Services, Office of the Attorney General, and the Department of Public Safety. His demands are not in the best interest of those facing homelessness or experiencing anything similar.
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