House vote: H.Res. 1133 // March 19, 2010Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the extraordinary number of African-Americans who have overcome significant obstacles to enhance innovation and competitiveness in the field of science in the United States
Sponsor: EDDIE JOHNSON (D-TX)
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. ) Recognizes the extraordinary number of African-Americans who have overcome significant obstacles to enhance innovation and competitiveness in the field of science in the United States. Honors and recognizes African-American innovators who have contributed to scientific education and research and whose contributions have increased economic empowerment in the United States.
Science, Technology, Communications Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 8.1% 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 | 399 | 91.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 8.1% |