Directing the Secretary of the Senate to make a correction in the enrollment of the bill S. 1071.
Summary
This concurrent resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to correct the long title of bill S. 1071. The correction specifies that the Act authorizes appropriations for fiscal year 2026 for military activities of the Department of Defense, military construction, and defense activities of the Department of Energy. It also prescribes military personnel strengths for that fiscal year and addresses other related purposes.
Expected Effects
The correction ensures the official record accurately reflects the intended scope and purpose of S. 1071. This clarification is essential for proper implementation and interpretation of the law. The corrected title provides a more comprehensive understanding of the bill's contents.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures accurate record-keeping of legislative actions.
- Clarifies the scope and purpose of the bill S. 1071.
- Facilitates proper implementation and interpretation of the law.
- Provides transparency regarding defense spending and personnel matters.
- Supports informed decision-making by policymakers and the public.
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Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself has no direct disadvantages as it is merely a technical correction.
- Potential disadvantages could arise from the underlying bill S. 1071, but those are outside the scope of this resolution.
- There is no immediate negative impact on the American people from this correction.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with Article I, Section 5 of the US Constitution, which grants each House the power to determine the rules of its proceedings and to correct its records. The correction of the bill's title falls under Congress's inherent authority to manage its legislative processes. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).