Bill > HR5163

This bill, known as the Clean and Managed Public Spaces Act, focuses on prohibiting camping on public property in Washington, D.C. Specifically, the legislation adds a new provision to existing law that makes it illegal for individuals to camp outdoors on public property without lawful authority. The bill defines "camping" broadly, including activities such as erecting temporary structures like tents or tarps, sleeping in or preparing to sleep in a motor vehicle, or laying down bedding materials. Individuals found in violation of this provision could face penalties of up to a $500 fine, up to 30 days in jail, or both. The bill appears to be aimed at addressing concerns about homeless encampments and public space use in the District of Columbia, providing law enforcement with legal grounds to remove people sleeping or setting up temporary shelters in public areas.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5163/all-info