Directing the Secretary of the Senate to make a correction in the enrollment of the bill S. 1071.
Summary
This document is a Concurrent Resolution (H. Con. Res. 66) passed by the House of Representatives, with the Senate concurring, to correct the long title of bill S. 1071. The correction involves amending the title to accurately reflect the bill's content, which includes authorizing appropriations for the Department of Defense, military construction, and Department of Energy defense activities for fiscal year 2026. It also prescribes military personnel strengths for that year and addresses other related purposes.
The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make this specific correction in the enrollment of the bill. This action ensures that the official record accurately reflects the intended scope and purpose of S. 1071.
This is a procedural action to ensure accuracy in legislative documentation.
Expected Effects
The primary effect will be to ensure the official record accurately reflects the intended scope and purpose of S. 1071. This correction clarifies the bill's focus on defense-related appropriations and personnel matters.
Without the correction, the bill's title would be misleading or incomplete, potentially causing confusion about its actual contents and impact. This correction ensures transparency and accurate representation of the legislative action.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures accurate representation of the bill's content.
- Promotes transparency in legislative actions.
- Reduces potential for misinterpretation or confusion.
- Maintains the integrity of the legislative record.
- Facilitates informed decision-making by policymakers and the public.
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Potential Disadvantages
- None identified. This is a purely procedural correction.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with Article I, Section 7 of the U.S. Constitution, which outlines the legislative process, including the enrollment of bills. The correction ensures that the enrolled bill accurately reflects the legislative intent.
Furthermore, the resolution supports the principle of transparency and accountability in government, which is implicitly supported by the Constitution's emphasis on a well-informed citizenry.
Correcting errors in legislative documents is a necessary step to uphold the integrity of the legislative process.
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).