House vote: H.Res. 1173 // May 14, 2008Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing AmeriCorps Week.
Sponsor: Doris Matsui (D-CA)
Encourages all citizens to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members and alumni. Acknowledges the significant accomplishments of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and community partners. Encourages citizens of all ages to consider serving in AmeriCorps.
Social Welfare Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 5.2% 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 | 344 | 78.3% |
| Nay | Lost | 69 | 16.5% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 5.2% |