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Jackson council adopts ordinance banning unauthorized transport and drop-off of unhoused people, effective immediately
Summary
The Jackson City Council passed Ordinance 19 prohibiting outside municipalities, jails or individuals from transporting and dropping off unhoused people in the city. Council debated penalties after members proposed higher fines but city attorneys said state law limits municipal fines to $1,000 and/or up to one year jail; the measure passed as amended 7-0 and will take immediate effect.
The Jackson City Council adopted Ordinance 19 on Feb. 10, 2026, prohibiting the unauthorized transport and drop-off of unhoused individuals into the city by outside municipalities, jails, mental/behavioral health providers or private parties.
Councilman Hartley, who introduced the ordinance, said the measure is intended to protect neighborhoods and ensure people brought into the city receive services and proper screening. Hartley said the city will also pursue publicity and…
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