To make technical amendments to update statutory references to certain provisions which were formerly classified to chapters 14 and 19 of title 25, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors. | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 4584
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4584Indian social and development programs
To make technical amendments to update statutory references to certain provisions which were formerly classified to chapters 14 and 19 of title 25, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors.
INTRO JUL 22· LAST ACTION SEP 14
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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, which is crucial for the proper functioning of the legal system. If legal references aren't updated when laws are moved or reorganized, it can lead to confusion, incorrect interpretations, or difficulty in finding the correct legal text. This could cause delays or errors in how laws are applied.
While this bill doesn't introduce any new policies or create programs, it ensures that the vast body of federal law remains coherent and easy to navigate for those who need to consult it, such as attorneys, judges, government officials, and tribal leaders. If it doesn't become law, outdated references would persist, potentially creating inefficiencies or misinterpretations in legal research and application, particularly concerning federal-tribal relations.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Amends the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Title 2) by updating a reference to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act.
Ensures accuracy in laws that define who is considered a 'lobbyist' in relation to tribal entities, preventing potential legal ambiguities.
PROVISION 02
Changes references in various sections of Title 5 (federal employees) to correctly point to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act.
Maintains the correct legal framework for federal employees interacting with or administering programs related to tribal self-determination, affecting areas like retirement benefits.
PROVISION 03
Updates numerous references in Title 7 (agriculture) related to tribal definitions in various agriculture and rural development acts.
Ensures that federal agricultural and rural development programs correctly identify and apply to Native American tribes, avoiding misapplication of program eligibility or benefits.
PROVISION 04
Corrects citations in several other titles of the U.S. Code, including Title 6 (Homeland Security), Title 8 (Immigration), Title 10 (Armed Forces), Title 12 (Banks), and Title 15 (Commerce and Trade).
Guarantees that references to tribal entities in a wide range of national security, immigration, military, financial, and commerce laws are up-to-date and legally accurate.
House BillHR 4584Indian social and development programs
To make technical amendments to update statutory references to certain provisions which were formerly classified to chapters 14 and 19 of title 25, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors.
This bill matters because it maintains the accuracy and clarity of federal law, which is crucial for the proper functioning of the legal system. If legal references aren't updated when laws are moved or reorganized, it can lead to confusion, incorrect interpretations, or difficulty in finding the correct legal text. This could cause delays or errors in how laws are applied.
While this bill doesn't introduce any new policies or create programs, it ensures that the vast body of federal law remains coherent and easy to navigate for those who need to consult it, such as attorneys, judges, government officials, and tribal leaders. If it doesn't become law, outdated references would persist, potentially creating inefficiencies or misinterpretations in legal research and application, particularly concerning federal-tribal relations.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Amends the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Title 2) by updating a reference to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act.
Ensures accuracy in laws that define who is considered a 'lobbyist' in relation to tribal entities, preventing potential legal ambiguities.
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Changes references in various sections of Title 5 (federal employees) to correctly point to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act.
Maintains the correct legal framework for federal employees interacting with or administering programs related to tribal self-determination, affecting areas like retirement benefits.
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Updates numerous references in Title 7 (agriculture) related to tribal definitions in various agriculture and rural development acts.
Ensures that federal agricultural and rural development programs correctly identify and apply to Native American tribes, avoiding misapplication of program eligibility or benefits.
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Corrects citations in several other titles of the U.S. Code, including Title 6 (Homeland Security), Title 8 (Immigration), Title 10 (Armed Forces), Title 12 (Banks), and Title 15 (Commerce and Trade).
Guarantees that references to tribal entities in a wide range of national security, immigration, military, financial, and commerce laws are up-to-date and legally accurate.
GLOSSARY
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Statutory references
Specific mentions or citations within one law that point to another part of the law or a different law in the United States Code.
Chapters 14 and 19 of title 25, United States Code
These are specific sections of federal law that dealt with Native American affairs, particularly relating to tribal self-determination and education, which have since been moved to new locations within Title 25.
Technical amendments
Minor changes made to a law to fix errors, update outdated information, or improve clarity without altering the original intent or substance of the law.
United States Code (U.S.C.)
The official compilation and organization of the general and permanent federal laws of the United States.
Reclassified
When parts of federal law are moved to different sections or 'page numbers' within the United States Code, usually to improve the overall organization of the law.
Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act
A federal law that gives Native American tribes greater control and responsibility over federal programs and services designed for their communities, allowing tribes to manage these programs directly.
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. Baumgartner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
FLOOR
AUG 31
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5338-5347)
FLOOR
AUG 31
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4584.