House vote: H.R. 4476 // April 5, 2022Needed two-thirds to pass
DHS Trade and Economic Security Council Act of 2021
Sponsor: Peter Meijer (R-MI)
DHS Trade and Economic Security Council Act of 2021 This bill establishes the DHS Trade and Economic Security Council, which shall provide trade and economic security advice and recommendations to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This includes identifying concentrated risks and setting priorities for protecting the nation's trade and economic security. The bill also establishes the position of Assistant Secretary for Trade and Economic Security within DHS's Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans.
Foreign Trade and International Finance Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.3% 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 | 342 | 78.7% |
| Nay | Lost | 73 | 17.1% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.3% |