House vote: H.R. 3495 // September 29, 2015
Women's Public Health and Safety Act
Sponsor: Sean Duffy (R-WI)
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Women's Public Health and Safety Act (Sec. 2) This bill amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to modify requirements regarding a state plan for medical assistance. Under current law, a state plan for medical assistance must provide that any individual eligible for medical assistance may obtain required services from any institution, agency, or person qualified to perform them.
Health Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 2.0% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nay | Won | 242 | 55.5% |
| Yea | Lost | 184 | 42.5% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 2.0% |