Assembly BillFailedHealth and Safety
AB 820: Homelessness: transport.
What AB 820 does, verified February 3, 2026
This bill would prohibit local government or law enforcement employees from transporting and dropping off homeless individuals unless they first coordinate shelter or long-term housing. This is intended to address the issue of homelessness by ensuring individuals are provided with necessary support services. Local governments or law enforcement agencies that violate these provisions could face a $10,000 civil penalty. The bill applies to all cities, including charter cities, as it addresses a matter of statewide concern.
Bill journey
✓IntroducedComplete
2In CommitteeCurrent
3First Chamber FloorPending
4Second ChamberPending
5GovernorPending
6ChapteredPending
Last action: From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. (2026-02-02)Alert me
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| Feb. 02, 2026 | From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. |
| Jan. 31, 2026 | Died pursuant to Art. IV, Sec. 10(c) of the Constitution. |
| Apr. 07, 2025 | In committee: Hearing postponed by committee. |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | Referred to Coms. on H. & C.D. and JUD. |
| Feb. 20, 2025 | From printer. May be heard in committee March 22. |