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concurrent resolution

A resolution adopted by both houses of a bicameral legislature that does not have the force of law and does not require the signature of the chief executive.

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concur′rent resolu′tion

a resolution adopted by both branches of a legislature but not having the effect of law.

[1795–1805]

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