This bad bill is copied from other states to address an issue the sponsor has acknowledged doesn't exist in Arkansas. It would criminalize unlawful squatting, further entrenching the criminalization of poverty and housing insecurity. Instead of addressing the root causes of homelessness, such as lack of affordable housing and resources, this bill imposes punitive measures that disproportionately harm vulnerable individuals and families. The ACLU advocates for policies that focus on providing housing solutions and support services rather than exacerbating the challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness.