House vote: H.R. 4285 // September 18, 2019Needed two-thirds to pass
Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2019
Sponsor: Anthony Brindisi (D-NY)
Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2019 This bill extends through FY2020 specified Department of Veterans Affairs programs and services, including those related to vendee loans, beneficiary travel, and maintenance of a regional office in the Philippines. The bill extends through FY2021 the authority to fund financial assistance for supportive services for very low-income veteran families in permanent housing.
Armed Forces and National Security Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.0% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 417 | 95.8% |
| Nay | Lost | 1 | 0.2% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.0% |