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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 5163
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

September 4, 2025

Mr. Timmons introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

A BILL

To prohibit camping on public property in the District of Columbia.

Section 1. Prohibition on camping on public property in District of Columbia

(a) In general

Beginning on and after the date of the enactment of this Act, it shall be unlawful in the District of Columbia to camp outdoors on public property.

(b) Penalty

Any person who violates subsection (a) shall be fined not more than $500, imprisoned for not more than 30 days, or both.

(c) Camp defined

In this section, the term camp means to use any material to set up, maintain, or establish a temporary place of abode.