The US Supreme Court is reviewing Grants Pass V.S. Johnson, a case challenging anti-homelessness ordinances in Grants Pass, Oregon.

Conservative justices appear to favor local control over policies regarding homelessness, while liberal justices express concerns over criminalizing the state of being homeless.

The court's decision, expected by mid-2024, may significantly influence similar local laws nationwide, especially in regions with large homeless populations.

The outcome of the case is particularly relevant to Central Florida, where homelessness is increasing and community advocates are actively engaged.

The Biden administration has remained neutral in the case, submitting a brief that neither supports nor opposes the parties involved.

This Supreme Court case underscores the tension between local governance and the rights of homeless individuals in the United States.