House vote: H.Res. 892 // November 7, 2009Needed two-thirds to agree
Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the remarkable events leading to the end of the Cold War and the creation of a Europe, whole, free, and at peace
Sponsor: HOWARD BERMAN (D-CA)
Recognizes the events of 1989 that helped lead to the Cold War's end. Congratulates the countries of Central and Eastern Europe which have emerged as strong democracies. Welcomes the commitment by the European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to keep the door to membership open for all European countries which meet the conditions for accession.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 0.7% 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 | 431 | 99.0% |
| Nay | Lost | 1 | 0.2% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 0.7% |