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House vote: H.Res. 1067 // July 14, 2008Needed two-thirds to agree

Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the crossing of the North Pole by the USS Nautilus (SSN 571)

Sponsor: Joe Courtney (D-CT)

Recognizes the historic significance of the journey to, and successful crossing of, the North Pole by the USS Nautilus. Commends its officers and crew on the 50th anniversary of such achievement. Recognizes the Nautilus's journey as not only a military and scientific accomplishment, but also in confirming America's long-standing interest in that vital region.

Commemorations Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

Who won, and how much of the country was behind them

Won the vote · Yea

375 votes, representing 198,736,401 people86.5%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

0 votes, representing 0 people0.0%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 13.5% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.

Share of U.S. adults represented, the House
SideOutcomeVotesShare of U.S. adults
YeaWon37586.5%
NayLost00.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken013.5%