A newly introduced bill would authorize California tenants to use their rental units to provide shelter for people facing homelessness.

Although the bill has not yet been finalized, AB 1188 by Assemblyman Jesse Gabriel, D-Van Nuys, is expected to authorize renters to house an individual or family at risk of homelessness for up to 12 months, even if doing so would violate the lease.

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