Long a problem in Utah, the latest shiny object to tackle homelessness is a 1,300-bed campus on the west side of Salt Lake City. But it comes with a hefty price tag. This week, Utah lawmakers are looking to the federal government and reaching into their own piggy bank to come up with the cash to tackle homelessness.
Voices:
- Gov. Spencer Cox (archival audio)
- Katie McKellar, reporter with Utah News Dispatch
- Rep. Tyler Clancy, a Republican from Provo
- Sen. Jennifer Plumb, a Democrat from Salt Lake City
- Nick Coleman, Interim Homeless Coordinator, Utah Office of Homeless Services
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