House vote: H.Res. 540 // February 8, 2012
Providing for the consideration of H.R. 3521, the Expedited Legislative Line-Item Veto and Rescissions Act
Sponsor: Rob Woodall (R-GA)
R. 3521) to amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to provide for a legislative line-item veto to expedite consideration of rescissions.
Congress Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 5.2% 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 | 233 | 53.4% |
| Nay | Lost | 179 | 41.4% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 5.2% |