House vote: H.R. 3546 // June 25, 2008Needed two-thirds to pass
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program Authorization
Sponsor: Henry Johnson (D-GA)
Amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize appropriations for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program through FY2012.
Crime and Law Enforcement Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.2% 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 | 406 | 93.0% |
| Nay | Lost | 11 | 2.8% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.2% |