House vote: H.Res. 343 // July 12, 2005Needed two-thirds to agree
Commending the State of Kuwait for granting women certain important political rights.
Sponsor: JOSEPH CROWLEY (D-NY)
Commends the government and parliament of the Kuwait for providing female citizens of Kuwait the right to vote and hold public office. Urges the full participation of Kuwaiti women in their country's political life. Encourages the government of Kuwait to continue taking positive steps to achieve full modernization of its political system and lasting democratic reform.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 3.4% 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 | 420 | 96.6% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 3.4% |