H.R.es492 - Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a correction in the engrossment of H.R. 1. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res. 492 directs the Clerk of the House to make specific technical corrections to the engrossment of H.R. 1. These corrections involve striking and inserting specific phrases, paragraphs, subsections, and sections within the bill. The changes appear to be aimed at clarifying or correcting errors in the original text of H.R. 1.
Expected Effects
The resolution ensures that the official version of H.R. 1 accurately reflects the intended legislative language. This correction is a procedural step necessary for the bill to proceed through the legislative process with the correct text.
Potential Benefits
- Ensures accuracy and clarity in the legislative record.
- Prevents misinterpretations or unintended consequences due to errors in the bill's text.
- Maintains the integrity of the legislative process.
- Facilitates smoother implementation of the law, if enacted, by correcting ambiguities.
- Upholds the principle of due process by ensuring the public has access to the correct version of the bill.
Potential Disadvantages
- The corrections themselves may be complex and difficult for the public to understand without significant expertise.
- The process of correcting errors can be perceived as inefficient or indicative of poor drafting practices.
- If the underlying bill (H.R. 1) has negative impacts, correcting it simply ensures those impacts are more accurately implemented.
- The focus on technical corrections might distract from debate on the bill's broader policy implications.
- There are no obvious disadvantages.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the constitutional role of Congress in legislating, as outlined in Article I, Section 1, which vests all legislative powers in the Congress. The process of correcting errors in a bill is an inherent part of the legislative function. There are no apparent constitutional concerns raised by this resolution.
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