House vote: H.Res. 847 // December 11, 2007Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the importance of Christmas and the Christian faith.
Sponsor: Steve King (R-IA)
Recognizes the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the world. Acknowledges: (1) the international religious and historical importance of Christmas and the Christian faith; and (2) the role of Christians and Christianity in the founding of the United States and in the formation of the western civilization. Rejects bigotry and persecution directed against Christians.
Commemorations Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 12.1% 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 | 372 | 85.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 9 | 2.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 12.1% |