diff --git a/.github/pull_request_template.md b/.github/pull_request_template.md
index d3a13b32..62231dfe 100644
--- a/.github/pull_request_template.md
+++ b/.github/pull_request_template.md
@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
 
 Please provide a summary of the change, referencing the issue it fixes, if applicable. Include relevant context and motivation.
 
-**Fixes # (issue number)**
+Fixes # (issue number)
 
 ---
 
@@ -44,4 +44,3 @@ Ensure that:
 - [ ] The submitted code is consistent with the merge checklist outlined [here](https://www.montepy.org/developing.html#merge-checklist).
 - [ ] The PR covers all relevant aspects according to the development guidelines.
 - [ ] 100% coverage of the patch is achieved, or justification for a variance is given.
-"""