concurrent resolution

American  

noun

1. a resolution adopted by both branches of a legislative assembly that, unlike a joint resolution, does not require the signature of the chief executive.

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Etymology

Origin of concurrent resolution

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

“The Senate being equally divided, the vice president votes in the affirmative and the concurrent resolution as amended is adopted,” she said, ensuring passage of the bill and drawing applause from Democrats.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2022

Once the commission is formed, Congress could pass a concurrent resolution, directing it to conduct an examination of the president.

From Salon • Oct. 18, 2020

The concurrent resolution was approved by Mississippi's House and Senate.”

From Washington Post • Nov. 26, 2018

“I think the procedure for adoption for this concurrent resolution was in accordance with the constitution,” he said after hearing arguments from both sides.

From Washington Times • Dec. 14, 2015

Thus, Mr. Sumner would have removed the President by an ordinary concurrent resolution of Congress.

From History of the Impeachment of Andrew Johnson, President of the United States, by the House of Representatives, and his trial by the Senate for high crimes and misdemeanors in office, 1868 by Ross, Edmund G. (Edmund Gibson)