Congress passes a bill banning the use of cell phones while driving. The bill passes both chambers in the last week before the session ends for the year. The president does not sign the bill and because of this it does not become a law. This is an example of a(n):

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This is a pocket veto because the president did not sign the bill within the 10-day window when Congress is not in session, so it does not become a law.

Congress Passes a Bill Banning the Use of Cell Phones