Some state lawmakers and housing advocates expressed alarm at what the governor's model ordinance could mean for unhoused people.

There are no more excuses,” the California governor said in pushing for municipalities to address one of the most visible byproducts of homelessness.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California's governor called upon the state's cities and counties to ban homeless encampments this week, even providing blueprint legislation for dismantling the tents lining streets, parks and waterways throughout much of the state.