House vote: H.R. 4 // August 24, 2021
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021
Sponsor: Terri Sewell (D-AL)
This bill establishes new criteria for determining which states and political subdivisions must obtain preclearance before changes to voting practices may take effect. S. District Court for the District of Columbia before making legal changes that would affect voting rights.
Government Operations and Politics Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 0.9% 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 | 219 | 50.1% |
| Nay | Lost | 212 | 49.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 0.9% |