House vote: H.Res. 132 // February 27, 2023Needed two-thirds to agree
Responding to the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria on February 6, 2023.
Sponsor: Joe Wilson (R-SC)
This resolution mourns the loss of life in Turkey (Turkiye) and Syria caused by the earthquakes in Turkey on February 6, 2023. The resolution also (1) applauds the work of humanitarian aid and rescue workers on the ground; and (2) condemns the efforts by the Assad regime of Syria to exploit the disaster to evade international pressure and accountability, including by preventing the United Nations from providing assistance through border crossings between Turkey and Syria.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 4.4% 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 | 414 | 95.1% |
| Nay | Lost | 2 | 0.5% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 4.4% |