reauthorize
Americanverb (used with object)
Example Sentences
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A bill to reauthorize Small Business Administration programs that fund defense startups in Southern California and elsewhere passed Congress on Tuesday.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026
There was a time when it would routinely reauthorize the Voting Rights Act and help ensure Black people could vote.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2024
Those are among the benefits for travelers in the bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration for five more years, which Congress is expected to pass.
From New York Times • May 14, 2024
The divisions in this year’s report stand in contrast to the board’s 2014 report, which was unanimous and helped shape Congress’ effort to reauthorize Section 702.
From Washington Times • Sep. 28, 2023
This summer, the House overwhelmingly voted to reauthorize it.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 4, 2023
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