House vote: H.Res. 328 // July 18, 2005Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the workers’ strikes in Poland in 1980 that led to the establishment of the Solidarity Trade Union
Sponsor: ELTON GALLEGLY (R-CA)
Recognizes the 25th anniversary of the workers' strikes in Poland that led to establishment of the Solidarity Trade Union. Honors the struggle and sacrifice of the citizens of Poland who risked their lives to restore democracy to their country and return Poland to the democratic community of nations. Offers Poland as a model for other nations struggling to emerge from authoritarian rule and establish a representative government.
Commemorations Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 11.1% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 385 | 88.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 11.1% |