Friday, June 15, 2012

State To Pass First Ever 'Homeless Bill Of Rights'

Friday, June 15, 2012
(Reuters) - Rhode Island's governor is expected to sign into law the first "Homeless Bill of Rights" in the United States as early as next week, formally banning discrimination against homeless people and affirming their equal access to jobs, housing and services.

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