To make technical corrections to the United States Code.
Summary
H.R. 866 is a technical act designed to clean up the language and organization of the United States Code, which is the official compilation of federal laws. The bill corrects minor errors such as spelling mistakes, incorrect cross-references, and outdated terminology within sections governing the Armed Forces, highways, the federal judiciary, and national patriotic organizations.
For the average citizen, this bill has no impact on the substance of federal law or government policy. Instead, it serves as a routine "housekeeping" measure to ensure the law is clear, accurate, and easy for legal professionals and the public to read. By fixing these clerical errors, the bill helps prevent confusion in how federal statutes are interpreted and applied.
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