H.R. 2642 // June 26, 2008
Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008
Sponsor: CHET EDWARDS (D-TX)
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Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 2.1% 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 | 92 | 92.5% |
| Nay | Lost | 6 | 5.3% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 2.1% |