House vote: H.Res. 723 // September 26, 2006Needed two-thirds to agree
Calling on the President to take immediate steps to help improve the security situation in Darfur, Sudan, with specific emphasis on civilian protection
Sponsor: TOM LANTOS (D-CA)
Commends the Africa Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS) in monitoring the N'Djamena Ceasefire Agreement in Darfur and its role in diminishing some acts of violence. Condemns the continued genocide against civilians in Darfur by the government of Sudan and government-sponsored militias, as well as attacks against civilians by rebels in Darfur. Calls on all parties to the Agreement to abide by its terms and engage in good-faith negotiations to end the Darfur conflict.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 3.6% 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 | 412 | 94.8% |
| Nay | Lost | 7 | 1.6% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 3.6% |