Which instrument addresses matters affecting the operation of the House and Senate?

• A. Simple Resolution
• B. Joint Resolution
• C. Concurrent Resolution
• D. Engrossed Bill

Answer: (C)

Concurrent resolutions handle matters that affect how both the House and Senate operate. They’re used when the two chambers need to coordinate actions or express a shared stance on issues that involve both, such as setting the legislative calendar, scheduling adjournments, or signaling bipartisan positions. They do not become law and don’t require the President’s signature. In contrast, a simple resolution deals with internal matters of one chamber, a joint resolution is a vehicle for law or constitutional amendments that requires passage by both houses and the President’s signature, and an engrossed bill is a finalized version of a bill that has passed one chamber and is awaiting action in the other. So, for issues affecting the operation of both houses, a concurrent resolution is the appropriate instrument.