What terms are related to veto?

Related terms include: Override, Pocket Veto. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for veto.

Legislative Process

Veto

The President's constitutional power to reject a bill passed by Congress. Congress can override a veto with a two-thirds vote in both chambers.

The process by which Congress can reject a presidential veto. Requires a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate.

An indirect veto that occurs when the President does not sign a bill and Congress adjourns within 10 days of passing it.

What is a veto?: The President's constitutional power to reject a bill passed by Congress. Congress can override a veto with a two-thirds vote in both chambers.
What terms are related to veto?: Related terms include: Override, Pocket Veto. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for veto.