House vote: H.J.Res. 24 // February 9, 2023
H.J.Res. 24
Sponsor: James Comer (R-KY)
This joint resolution nullifies the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia. The act allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections in the district.
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 3.0% 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 | 260 | 60.2% |
| Nay | Lost | 162 | 36.7% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 3.0% |