House vote: H.Res. 515 // January 18, 2012
Addressing a motion to proceed under section 3101A of title 31, United States Code.
Sponsor: Tim Scott (R-SC)
Provides that a motion to proceed with regard to a joint resolution of disapproval to the President's exercise of authority to increase the debt limit: (1) may be offered even if the joint resolution has not been reported to the House of Representatives as contemplated by federal law, and (2) shall be in order only if offered by the Majority Leader or his designee.
Congress Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 7.5% 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 | 231 | 52.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 171 | 39.6% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 7.5% |