House vote: H.Con.Res. 64 // March 11, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree
Urging the President to designate 2009 as the "Year of the Military Family".
Sponsor: IKE SKELTON (D-MO)
Expresses the deepest appreciation to the families of members of the Armed Forces who serve or have served in defense of the United States. Recognizes the contributions that military families make, and encourages the people of the United States to share in appreciation for the sacrifices of military families. Urges the President to designate a "Year of the Military Family" and encourage the people of the United States and the Department of Defense (DOD) to observe it.
Armed Forces and National Security Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 2.9% 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 | 422 | 97.1% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 2.9% |