Meaning of the word "joint resolution" in English

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joint resolution

US /ˌdʒɔɪnt rezəˈluːʃən/
UK /ˌdʒɔɪnt rezəˈluːʃən/
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Noun

1.

a legislative measure that requires the approval of both chambers of Congress and the president's signature to become law, similar to a bill, but typically used for more limited or temporary matters

Example:
The Senate passed a joint resolution to authorize military action.
A joint resolution is often used for proposing constitutional amendments.
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