To make technical amendments to update statutory references to provisions reclassified to title 34, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors. | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 4499
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4499Congressional operations and organization
To make technical amendments to update statutory references to provisions reclassified to title 34, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors.
INTRO JUL 17· LAST ACTION SEP 14
READING
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it maintains the accuracy and clarity of federal law. If legal references are outdated, it can create confusion for lawyers, judges, law enforcement, and anyone trying to understand or apply the law. By updating these citations, the bill ensures that when one federal law refers to another, it points to the correct, current location in the U.S. Code.
This prevents errors in legal interpretation, research, and application, making the entire federal legal system more coherent and reliable. While it doesn't create any new programs or change existing policies, it ensures the legal framework functions smoothly and precisely, which is crucial for the rule of law.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Amends Section 2(2) of the Fallen Heroes Flag Act of 2016 (2 U.S.C. 1881(2)) by striking an old reference to 42 U.S.C. 3796b and inserting a new reference to 34 U.S.C. 10284.
This ensures accuracy in legal citations related to benefits for fallen heroes, helping maintain correct legal guidance.
PROVISION 02
Updates various sections of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.) and the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act of 2005 (8 U.S.C. 1375a(e)(2)) to correct references related to programs like the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act and the Violence Against Women Act.
This maintains correct legal guidance for immigration and anti-violence statutes, important for consistent application of these laws.
PROVISION 03
Revises multiple sections within Title 10 (Armed Forces) and Title 18 (Crimes and Criminal Procedure) of the U.S. Code, updating references to laws concerning sex offender registration, DNA analysis, and victim's rights from Title 42 to Title 34.
This ensures criminal justice and military-related statutes accurately cite the correct legal authority, preventing confusion in critical legal areas.
PROVISION 04
Corrects statutory references in the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 603(c)(1)), the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (12 U.S.C. 4741 note), and the State Small Business Credit Initiative Act of 2010 (12 U.S.C. 5710(b)(2)).
This keeps various federal statutes, including those related to homeland security and small businesses, accurately referencing other laws.
House BillHR 4499Congressional operations and organization
To make technical amendments to update statutory references to provisions reclassified to title 34, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors.
This bill matters because it maintains the accuracy and clarity of federal law. If legal references are outdated, it can create confusion for lawyers, judges, law enforcement, and anyone trying to understand or apply the law. By updating these citations, the bill ensures that when one federal law refers to another, it points to the correct, current location in the U.S. Code.
This prevents errors in legal interpretation, research, and application, making the entire federal legal system more coherent and reliable. While it doesn't create any new programs or change existing policies, it ensures the legal framework functions smoothly and precisely, which is crucial for the rule of law.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Amends Section 2(2) of the Fallen Heroes Flag Act of 2016 (2 U.S.C. 1881(2)) by striking an old reference to 42 U.S.C. 3796b and inserting a new reference to 34 U.S.C. 10284.
This ensures accuracy in legal citations related to benefits for fallen heroes, helping maintain correct legal guidance.
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Updates various sections of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.) and the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act of 2005 (8 U.S.C. 1375a(e)(2)) to correct references related to programs like the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act and the Violence Against Women Act.
This maintains correct legal guidance for immigration and anti-violence statutes, important for consistent application of these laws.
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Revises multiple sections within Title 10 (Armed Forces) and Title 18 (Crimes and Criminal Procedure) of the U.S. Code, updating references to laws concerning sex offender registration, DNA analysis, and victim's rights from Title 42 to Title 34.
This ensures criminal justice and military-related statutes accurately cite the correct legal authority, preventing confusion in critical legal areas.
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Corrects statutory references in the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 603(c)(1)), the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (12 U.S.C. 4741 note), and the State Small Business Credit Initiative Act of 2010 (12 U.S.C. 5710(b)(2)).
This keeps various federal statutes, including those related to homeland security and small businesses, accurately referencing other laws.
GLOSSARY
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Technical Amendment
A minor change to a law that fixes errors or clarifies language without changing its original meaning or intent.
Statutory References
Specific mentions within a law that point to other existing laws or sections of the U.S. Code.
Reclassified
When a law or group of laws is moved from one section (title) of the U.S. Code to another, usually to improve organization.
United States Code (U.S.C.)
The official collection of all permanent federal laws of the United States, organized by subject into numbered 'titles.'
Public Law
A law passed by Congress that affects the general public. These laws are often cited by their assigned number (e.g., Public Law 107-56).
Et seq.
A Latin phrase meaning 'and the following,' used in legal citations to indicate that a reference applies to the stated section and all subsequent related sections.
ACTION TIMELINE
18 EVENTS
SEP 14
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
INTROREFERRAL
AUG 31
Mr. Harris (NC) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
FLOOR
AUG 31
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5275-5281)
FLOOR
AUG 31
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4499.