Clean and Managed Public Spaces Act

This bill, designated as the "Clean and Managed Public Spaces Act" , aims to amend the District of Columbia's code of law by establishing a clear prohibition against camping on public property. The legislation provides a comprehensive definition of "camping" , which includes erecting or maintaining temporary structures such as tents and tarps for living accommodations. It also covers sleeping or preparing to sleep, whether inside or outside a motor vehicle, or laying down bedding materials. Any person found to be camping outdoors on public property in the District of Columbia without lawful authority would face specific penalties. These include a fine not exceeding $500 , imprisonment for a term of up to 30 days , or both a fine and imprisonment.