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HCR 171

Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 46.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Charles Perry

House directs enrolling clerk to make technical corrections to H.B. 46 before it becomes law to fix clerical or formatting errors.

Filed with the Secretary of State
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Bill Summary · HCR 171

Legislative bill overview

HCR 171 is a concurrent resolution that directs the House enrolling clerk to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 46. This is a procedural measure used to fix clerical errors, formatting issues, or other non-substantive mistakes in an already-passed bill before it becomes law.

Why is this important

Enrolling corrections ensure that the final version of legislation filed with the Secretary of State matches the legislative intent and is free of technical errors that could create ambiguity during implementation or legal challenges. Without such corrections, minor errors could complicate enforcement or create unintended legal consequences.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public transparency: The specific corrections being made are not detailed in this resolution's title, making it difficult for the public to know exactly what changes are being applied to H.B. 46
  • Scope of "corrections": There is potential for disagreement over whether changes constitute minor technical fixes or substantive alterations that should require re-passage
  • Limited legislative oversight: Concurrent resolutions can move quickly with minimal debate, potentially limiting scrutiny of what corrections are actually being made

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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