House vote: H.R. 2422 // February 26, 2018Needed two-thirds to pass
Action for Dental Health Act of 2018
Sponsor: Robin Kelly (D-IL)
Action for Dental Health Act of 2018 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants for oral health initiatives conducted by state, local, and tribal entities, including initiatives aimed at preventing dental disease and reducing barriers to dental services. (Sec.
Health Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 8.1% 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 | 387 | 88.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 13 | 3.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 8.1% |