short bill

British  

noun

1. a bill of exchange that is payable at sight, on demand, or within less than ten days

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Example Sentences

But a short bill setting out specific regulations, including the referendum date and question, would still need to be approved by MSPs.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2022

State Sen. Henry Stern, who represents parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties, thinks it should be — he’s introduced a short bill that would do just that.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2022

In February, the Missouri Senate approved a short bill exempting food pantries from liability for providing “shelf stable” food, including dried venison.

From Washington Times • May 12, 2020

The man tugged at the short bill of his cap so only the lower half of his face was visible, like a crescent moon, and he turned away.

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee

A short bill was brought in which began by declaring, in explicit terms, that standing armies and courts martial were unknown to the law of England.

From The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 by Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron