House vote: H.Res. 839 // November 4, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree
Condemning the illegal extraction of Madagascar's natural resources.
Sponsor: EARL BLUMENAUER (D-OR)
Condemns the March 2009 coup d'etat in Madagascar and supports the people of Madagascar in undertaking a democratic, consensual process to restore constitutional governance. Commends the African Union (AU) and the Southern African Development Community for taking strong action against anti-democratic forces in Madagascar. Condemns the illegal extraction of Madagascar's natural resources and its impact on biodiversity and rural livelihoods, including illegal logging, smuggling of wild species, and illegal mining.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.7% 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 | 409 | 93.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 5 | 1.3% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.7% |