Disability and mental health experts told HuffPost that the plan echoes historical legislation that has left homeless and disabled communities isolated in the past.

The plan authorizes police officers to involuntarily place homeless people in psychiatric care, even if they don't appear to pose a threat to the public.

"I didn’t know how hard it would be to start over on my own with little money, no support, and a paralyzing case of post-traumatic stress disorder."

Homeless advocates have blasted a decision by Lakewood Township, New Jersey, to clear all the trees in its town square.

Inspired by the bond between a homeless man and his dog, StreetVet has been in action since 2016. With 90% of hostels not accepting dogs, a lot of homeless people can’t enjoy the refuge of a night indoors without leaving their dog behind, StreetVet are actively trying to change that.

The 11-3 vote came after a tense meeting interrupted by protesters, resulting in one arrest and two police officers getting injured.