House vote: H.Res. 69 // July 22, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the need to continue research into the causes, treatment, education, and an eventual cure for diabetes, and for other purposes
Sponsor: JOE BACA (D-CA)
Recognizes the need to continue diabetes research. Commends hospitals, community clinics, educational institutes, and other organizations that are: (1) working to increase diabetes awareness; and (2) conducting research for methods to help patients and families in the Latino community suffering from diabetes. Congratulates the work of the Latino Diabetes Association.
Health Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 3.4% 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 | 420 | 96.6% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 3.4% |