House vote: H.R. 1580 // May 14, 2013Needed two-thirds to pass
To affirm the policy of the United States regarding Internet governance
Sponsor: GREG WALDEN (R-OR)
Declares that it is the policy of the United States to preserve and advance the successful multistakeholder model (under which the private sector, civil society, academia, and individual users operate in an environment where information flows free from government control over content or the freedom of expression) that governs the Internet.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 5.1% 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 | 413 | 94.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 5.1% |