House vote: H.Res. 1420 // September 11, 2008Needed two-thirds to agree
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001
Sponsor: STENY HOYER (D-MD)
Recognizes September 11 as a day of solemn commemoration. Extends deepest condolences to friends, families, and loved ones of the innocent victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Honors the heroic service, actions, and sacrifices of first responders, law enforcement personnel, state and local officials, volunteers and others who aided the victims and, in doing so, risked and often sacrificed their own lives.
Government Operations and Politics Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 7.5% 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 | 402 | 92.5% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 7.5% |