House vote: H.Res. 1335 // September 17, 2008Needed two-thirds to agree
Celebrating the 120-year partnership between the Government and State veterans homes.
Sponsor: Paul Hodes (D-NH)
Commends the extraordinary contributions of those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Recognizes: (1) that the United States has an affirmative duty to care for the men and women who have so served; and (2) the efforts of the National Association of State Veterans Homes in providing veterans with high-quality care. Commends efforts made by state veterans homes for the past 120 years in ensuring that veterans receive the highest quality of care worthy of their sacrifices.
Commemorations Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 5.5% 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 | 94.5% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 5.5% |