public bill

American  

noun

1. a congressional or parliamentary bill involving the general interests of the people at large or of the whole community.

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public bill British  

noun

1. (in Parliament) a bill dealing with public policy that usually applies to the whole country Compare private bill hybrid bill

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Etymology

Origin of public bill

First recorded in 1670–80

Example Sentences

The Protection from Sex-based Harassment in Public Bill has been passed by the House of Commons and is now being considered by The House of Lords.

From BBC

The measure, called the Protection From Sex-Based Harassment in Public Bill, was introduced by lawmakers earlier this year.

From New York Times

Speaking to MPs at the Commons' Public Bill Committee, Jess Philips said: "The law should be clear to all - you cannot consent to serious injury or death, but the case law is not up to the task."

From BBC

Edwards, a Catholic running for reelection this year, didn’t hold a public bill signing, instead announcing his action through his office.

From Seattle Times

The public bill signing was scheduled for Tuesday in the rotunda of the state Capitol.

From Washington Times