House vote: H.Res. 378 // May 12, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the election of Margaret Thatcher as the first female Prime Minister of Great Britain
Sponsor: Ted Poe (R-TX)
Acknowledges the 30th anniversary of the election of Margaret Thatcher as the first female Prime Minister of Great Britain and pays tribute to her remarkable professional achievements. Recognizes Prime Minister Thatcher's work in promoting individual rights and free markets. Expresses appreciation for the strong diplomatic relationship between the United States and Great Britain fostered by Prime Minister Thatcher.
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Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 7.2% 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 | 339 | 78.6% |
| Nay | Lost | 64 | 14.2% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 7.2% |