House vote: H.Res. 1500 // September 26, 2008
Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.
Sponsor: Peter Welch (D-VT)
Makes it in order at any time through the calendar day of September 28, 2008, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules. Requires the Speaker or her designee to consult with the Minority Leader or his designee on the designation of any matter for consideration pursuant to this resolution.
Congress Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.0% 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 | 225 | 50.2% |
| Nay | Lost | 192 | 45.8% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.0% |