House vote: H.Res. 1257 // April 20, 2010Needed two-thirds to agree
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Financial Literacy Month, 2010, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: RUBEN HINOJOSA (D-TX)
Supports the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month, including raising public awareness about financial education. Recognizes the importance of managing personal finances, increasing personal savings, and reducing indebtedness in the United States.
Finance and Financial Sector Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 7.5% 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 | 397 | 91.5% |
| Nay | Lost | 4 | 1.1% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 7.5% |