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

Senators Steve Daines, Montana Republican, and James Lankford, Oklahoma Republican, introduced a concurrent resolution to commemorate the declaration’s anniversary, with 14 Senate cosponsors.

From Washington Times • Oct. 28, 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

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

From Washington Post • Nov. 26, 2018

A concurrent resolution providing for an amendment to the State constitution to give full suffrage to women was also introduced.

From The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume VI by Harper, Ida Husted