Sen. Scott Wiener's newly proposed legislation, SB 276, aims to empower San Francisco police officers to issue citations to illegal street vendors, particularly addressing issues related to the chaotic black market for stolen goods. The bill has garnered unanimous support in key Senate committees following concerns voiced by residents and local leaders about public safety issues associated with unregulated vending. Current laws limit law enforcement's role, and the amendment would specifically focus on vendors dealing in frequently stolen items, while protecting food vendors from citations. The bill's next step is review by the Appropriations Committee.
Wiener introduced SB 276 to allow citations for illegal street vending, responding to community concerns about chaos caused by stolen goods in San Francisco.
Supporters argue that the 2018 law preventing police intervention should be amended specifically for San Francisco to address local street vendor issues.
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