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House vote: H.Res. 387 // March 3, 2020Needed two-thirds to agree

H.Res. 387

Sponsor: David Cicilline (D-RI)

This resolution condemns violence against civilians in the Central African Republic and expresses support for efforts to combat the threat posed by armed groups. The resolution also urges relevant federal departments and agencies to provide humanitarian assistance to these civilians and take steps to prioritize a stronger partnership between the United States and the Central African Republic.

International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

Who won, and how much of the country was behind them

Won the vote · Yea

378 votes, representing 219,320,171 people86.8%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

7 votes, representing 4,299,034 people1.7%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 11.5% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.

Share of U.S. adults represented, the House
SideOutcomeVotesShare of U.S. adults
YeaWon37886.8%
NayLost71.7%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken011.5%