The phrase "to pass a budget" means to officially approve and adopt a plan that outlines how money will be spent and managed by a government, organization, or individual. Full definition
Let's not pass a budget on the final day of the session this year. (wshu.org)
You know, the half of congress that didn't pass a budget for three years? (nystateofpolitics.com)
This means that the bill will fit just barely into the $ 1.5 trillion budget window created by the recently passed budget resolution. (businessinsider.com)