S.J.Res. 36 // July 29, 2019Senate: Needed two-thirds to override the veto
Shall the Joint Resolution S.J. Res. 36 pass, the objections of the President of the United States to the contrary notwithstanding
Sponsor: Robert Menendez (D-NJ)
This joint resolution prohibits the proposed sale of various defense articles and related support services to Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Italy, as described in Executive Communication 1427 published in the Congressional Record on June 3, 2019.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 24.1% 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 | 45 | 40.6% |
| Nay | Lost | 40 | 35.4% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 24.1% |