pending amendment
[ˈpɛndɪŋ əˈmɛndmənt]
noun phrasepl: pending amendments
emenda pendente
1. A proposed modification to a legal document, bill, or constitution that has been submitted but not yet approved or ratified
The pending amendment to the healthcare bill requires further debate before the vote.
A emenda pendente ao projeto de lei de saúde requer mais debate antes da votação.
2. In legal proceedings, a modification to a pleading or document that awaits judicial approval
The lawyer filed a pending amendment to the complaint to include additional defendants.
O advogado apresentou uma emenda pendente à reclamação para incluir réus adicionais.
3. A proposed change to legislation or constitutional text still under consideration
Several pending amendments to the constitution are being discussed in parliament.
Várias emendas pendentes à constituição estão sendo discutidas no parlamento.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian legislative and legal contexts, particularly in Congress (Congresso Nacional). In the United States, 'pending amendment' is frequently referenced in discussions about constitutional changes and congressional bills. The term reflects the formal processes of democratic governance in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
pending amendment to the constitution
pending amendment awaiting approval
emenda pendente em votação
emenda pendente de ratificação
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