House vote: H.Res. 114 // February 10, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Girls and Women in Sports Day".
Sponsor: Albio Sires (D-NJ)
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Girls and Women in Sports Day. Encourages the continued participation of schools and communities in providing opportunities for girls and women in elementary, secondary, and college sports to promote awareness of: (1) the positive influence of sports participation in their lives and health; and (2) the continuing struggle for equality and access for women in sports.
Sports and Recreation Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 8.6% 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 | 398 | 91.4% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 8.6% |