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

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concurrent resolution

The vote marks the first time that both chambers of Congress have approved a concurrent resolution instructing a president to end a military action since the War Powers Resolution of 1973 was enacted.

From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026

“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

A vote on those date adjustments would happen by concurrent resolution and could be scheduled once more is known about the arrival of Census data.

From Washington Times ● Apr. 27, 2021

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

Fortieth Congress, first session, met March 4, 1867, in accordance with the act of January 22, 1867, and on March 30, in accordance with the concurrent resolution of March 29, adjourned to July 3.

From A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 6, part 2: Andrew Johnson by Richardson, James D. (James Daniel)