In a perfect democracy, at least 50% of people would support every decision.

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House vote: H.Res. 1335 // June 11, 2026

H.Res. 1335

Sponsor: Pat Fallon (R-TX)

This resolution condemns the actions of those seeking to defraud the U.S. government. The resolution also expresses the belief of the House of Representatives that (1) legislative and policy reforms to prevent fraud and improper payment will meaningfully improve the continued financial prosperity of the U.S. government and the American taxpayer, and (2) federal program eligibility and spending activities should be verified prior to payments being issued.

Government Operations and Politics Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.

Who won, and how much of the country was behind them

Won the vote · Yea

235 votes, representing 145,820,252 people54.7%of U.S. adults

Lost the vote · Nay

177 votes, representing 106,634,329 people40.0%of U.S. adults

The dotted gap is 5.3% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.

Share of U.S. adults represented, the House
SideOutcomeVotesShare of U.S. adults
YeaWon23554.7%
NayLost17740.0%
Not represented on this questionNo position taken05.3%