By updating the language and specifications within the Statute on Statutes, this bill seeks to enhance the clarity and consistency required in interpreting existing laws. This clarification could influence how future laws are understood and implemented in Illinois. Furthermore, aligning language with clear legislative intent is crucial in preventing ambiguity that can lead to conflicting interpretations and judicial challenges, thus contributing to a more stable legal environment.
Summary
SB1386, introduced by Senator Cristina H. Pacione-Zayas during the 103rd General Assembly, aims to amend the Statute on Statutes in Illinois. The bill proposes a technical change in Section 1 of the statute, specifically regarding the construction and application of the Act. This amendment intends to clarify the intent of the General Assembly and ensure that interpretations of statutes are consistent with that intent, unless it contradicts the manifest intention expressed legislatively. Although the amendment appears minor, it holds implications for judicial proceedings and legislative clarity.
Contention
While the technical nature of this amendment may not elicit overt contention, the adjustments to statutory language raise potential discussions regarding the scope of legislative authority and judicial interpretation. Observers may debate whether such technical changes are necessary or if they simply serve to complicate existing statutes without addressing substantive legal concerns. Moreover, the question of how these technical alterations are received in judicial contexts may also be a point of examination as the bill progresses.