sunset clause

British  

noun

1. a provision of a law that it will automatically be terminated after a fixed period unless it is extended by law

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Example Sentences

Rivas told The Times in late August that the difference between his bill and the ballot measure is the inclusion of a sunset clause, which will make the bill expire on Jan. 1, 2030.

From Los Angeles Times

A sunset clause in legislation means that to get the backdated lump sum, applications have to be submitted by the end of August this year.

From BBC

The measure, which passed with just more than the two-thirds majority required, included a 10-year sunset clause to allow voters the chance to decide whether it should be extended.

From Los Angeles Times

A sunset clause in the legislation mean the current regulations will expire at the end of April.

From BBC

WTO delegates told Reuters that Washington has submitted proposals, including a so-called "sunset clause" that would automatically mean any future deal would one day expire.

From Reuters