Pocket Veto

Definition

A pocket veto is a legislative maneuver that allows a president or other official with veto power to exercise that power over a bill by taking no action (instead of affirmatively vetoing it).

Related terms

Bill: This refers to proposed legislation under consideration by a legislature.

Congressional Session: This is the period during which Congress assembles and conducts business.

Legislative Process: The process used by parliamentarians to introduce, consider and pass legislation in Parliament.