budget resolution

American  

noun

1. a resolution adopted by both houses of the U.S. Congress setting forth, reaffirming, or revising the budget for the U.S. government for a fiscal year.

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Etymology

Origin of budget resolution

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Paul once again led the charge to drop the restrictions from the budget resolution, with vocal backing from Republican Kentuckians in the House of Representatives.

From Slate

Young Kim and Ken Calvert, who represent other swing districts in California, also voted for the budget resolution.

From Los Angeles Times

National park employees who were not furloughed had to work without pay, their lost wages repaid after a budget resolution was reached.

From Washington Times

In a statement, Dickens said the passage of the budget resolution “marks a major milestone for better preparing our fire, police and emergency responders to protect and serve our communities.”

From Seattle Times

“Just so everybody knows, a budget resolution doesn’t go over to the president, a budget resolution doesn’t raise the debt limit.”

From Washington Post