What is the current status of HR 5163?

HR 5163 is currently: In House.

Who sponsored HR 5163?

HR 5163 was sponsored by William Timmons (R), Rep.

Prohibition on Camping in D.C.

IntroducedSeptember 4, 2025

In House11 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Crime and Law EnforcementCriminal procedure and sentencingDistrict of ColumbiaHomelessness and emergency shelter

Why This Matters

This bill makes it illegal to camp on public property in Washington, D.C., and sets penalties for violations.

If you are homeless in D.C., you could face fines or jail time for camping in public areas.

Who this affects

People who are homeless · People in temporary shelters

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill prohibits camping on public property in the District of Columbia.
2People caught camping can face fines up to $500 or up to 30 days in jail.
3Camping includes using tents, tarps, or sleeping in vehicles on public land.
4The law aims to keep public spaces clean and managed.

Read the detailed summary

This bill prohibits camping outdoors on public property in the District of Columbia. The penalty for a violation of the prohibition is a fine of up to $500, imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both.

Read full document

Prohibition on Camping in D.C.

IntroducedSeptember 4, 2025

In House11 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

Crime and Law EnforcementCriminal procedure and sentencingDistrict of ColumbiaHomelessness and emergency shelter

Why This Matters

This bill makes it illegal to camp on public property in Washington, D.C., and sets penalties for violations.

If you are homeless in D.C., you could face fines or jail time for camping in public areas.

Who this affects

People who are homeless · People in temporary shelters

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill prohibits camping on public property in the District of Columbia.
2People caught camping can face fines up to $500 or up to 30 days in jail.
3Camping includes using tents, tarps, or sleeping in vehicles on public land.
4The law aims to keep public spaces clean and managed.

Read the detailed summary

This bill prohibits camping outdoors on public property in the District of Columbia. The penalty for a violation of the prohibition is a fine of up to $500, imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both.

Read full document