In the State of California, the difference between the two is as follows:
Concurrent Resolution: A measure introduced in one house that, if approved, must be sent to the other house for approval. The Governor's signature is not required. These measures usually involve the internal business of the Legislature.
Joint Resolution: A resolution expressing the Legislature's opinion about a matter within the jurisdiction of the federal government, which is forwarded to Congress for its information. Requires the approval of both Assembly and Senate but does not require signature of the Governor.
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H.R. is often mistaken to mean House Resolution. It doesn't. It means simply "House Of Representatives".. H.R. House Bill S. Senate Bill H.J.Res. House Joint Resolution S.J.Res. Senate Joint Resolution H.Con.Res. House Concurrent Resolution S.Con.Res. Senate Concurrent Resolution H.Res. House Simple Resolution S.Res. Senate Simple Resolution Source: http://www.gpoaccess.gov/bills/glossary.html This information can also be found on the Library of Congress online website and its associated subsite called "Thomas" at http://www.loc.gov/index.html
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The content of a bill can be changed even after passage. Many bills are changed between the US House or Senate. A joint resolution is the compromise between the two Houses. The joint resolution often goes to the president for signature.
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House Joint Resolution was the Act of Congress that took the United States off of the gold standard. It was passed on June 5, 1933.