House vote: H.Res. 230 // May 4, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the historical significance of the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo.
Sponsor: JOE BACA (D-CA)
Recognizes the historical struggle for independence and freedom of the Mexican people and requests the President to issue a proclamation recognizing that struggle and the importance of Cinco de Mayo.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 9.1% 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 | 395 | 90.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 9.1% |