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
This legislation would not only reauthorize the NMBCA, it would make updates that would improve its accessibility for partners and provide greater staff capacity to help get more funds where they need to go.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 30, 2024
National security officials have lobbied Congress for nearly a year to reauthorize the law, and privacy advocates have urged lawmakers to include various reforms in any legislation.
From New York Times • Nov. 16, 2023
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
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