House vote: H.R. 788 // February 25, 2025Needed two-thirds to pass
DOE and SBA Research Act
Sponsor: Nick LaLota (R-NY)
This bill requires the Department of Energy and the Small Business Administration to enter into an agreement to collaborate on research and development activities. These activities must include, as appropriate, small businesses. The agencies must report on any collaborative research achievements and potential opportunities to expand the technical capabilities of the agencies.
Commerce Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 1.2% 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 | 427 | 98.1% |
| Nay | Lost | 3 | 0.7% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 1.2% |