HR 5163 · 119th Congress

Clean and Managed Public Spaces Act

This bill makes it illegal to camp outdoors on public property anywhere in Washington, D.C. If someone is caught camping in a public space—like a park, sidewalk, or other government-owned area—they can be fined up to $500, sent to jail for up to 30 days, or face both penalties. The law applies to everyone, whether t…

Sponsor

Timmons, William R. (R-South Carolina)

Introduced

2025-09-04

Policy area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Latest action

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 294.