Mental Health Association Oklahoma is raising concerns about Governor Kevin Stitt’s new initiative to clear homeless encampments from state-owned property in Tulsa, saying it does not address the underlying causes of homelessness.

, chief executive officer of the association, issued a statement saying:

"As a street outreach and housing service provider in the Tulsa area, we are extremely concerned by Governor Stitt's 'Operation SAFE' program that does nothing to address the root cause of homelessness.

Each day, our outreach teams engage with Oklahomans experiencing homelessness and work tirelessly to get them into housing, connected with healthcare, and find a supportive community. Using Highway Patrol to clear encampments will not only traumatize Oklahomans trying to survive out in the

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