House vote: H.Res. 1090 // July 15, 2008Needed two-thirds to agree
Honoring the esteemed former President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela on the occasion of his 90th birthday.
Sponsor: WILLIAM JEFFERSON (D-LA)
Honors former President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela on his 90th birthday (July 18, 2008) and extends best wishes to him and his family. Honors his many accomplishments on behalf of all South Africans. Congratulates him for his efforts to promote dialogue to peacefully resolve conflicts between people in Africa and around the world.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 5.4% 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 | 411 | 94.6% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 5.4% |