House vote: H.Res. 403 // November 13, 2013
Providing for consideration of H.R. 2655, the Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2013, and providing for consideration of H.R. 982, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act of 2013
Sponsor: Rob Woodall (R-GA)
R. R. 982) to amend title 11 of the United States Code to require the public disclosure by trusts established under section 524(g) of such title, of quarterly reports that contain detailed information regarding the receipt and disposition of claims for injuries based on exposure to asbestos.
Congress Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 3.7% 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 | 224 | 51.4% |
| Nay | Lost | 195 | 44.9% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 3.7% |