Summary of HR 4499

Bill Number: HR 4499

Title: To make technical amendments to update statutory references to provisions reclassified to title 34, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors.

Status: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Introduced: July 17, 2025

Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HR 4499 is to update statutory references in existing legislation to reflect recent changes in the United States Code, specifically the reclassification of certain provisions to Title 34. This bill aims to correct technical errors in the legal text to ensure clarity and accuracy in the law.

Key Provisions

• Amendment to the Fallen Heroes Flag Act of 2016:
  The bill proposes a specific amendment to Section 2(2) of the Fallen Heroes Flag Act of 2016. It involves:
  • Striking the reference to (42 U.S.C. 3796b)
  • Inserting the updated reference (34 U.S.C. 10284)

This change is necessary due to the reclassification of certain provisions from Title 42 to Title 34 of the United States Code, which governs various aspects of law enforcement and criminal justice.

Impact

• Affected Parties:
  
  The bill primarily affects legal practitioners, law enforcement agencies, and entities that rely on the accurate interpretation of the Fallen Heroes Flag Act. By updating the statutory references, the bill ensures that all stakeholders have access to the correct legal framework.

• Legal Clarity:
  
  By correcting these references, HR 4499 aims to enhance the clarity of the law, reducing potential confusion and ensuring that the provisions are applied correctly in legal contexts.

Legislative Timeline

• July 17, 2025:

  • The bill was introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

• September 10, 2025:

  • The bill was ordered to be reported by voice vote following a committee consideration and mark-up session.

Conclusion

HR 4499 serves a critical function in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of statutory references within U.S. law. By addressing technical errors and updating references to Title 34, the bill seeks to ensure that legal texts remain relevant and precise, ultimately benefiting those who rely on these laws for guidance and enforcement.