S.679: A bill to reduce the number of executive positions subject to Senate confirmation.

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July 31, 2012 Roll call number 537 in the House
Question On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass: S 679 To reduce the number of executive positions subject to Senate confirmation
Ayes: 261 (Democrat: 166; Republican: 95)
Nays: 116 (Democrat: 1; Republican: 115)
Abstained: 54 (Democrat: 24; Republican: 30)
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 2/3 (66%)
Percentage of 'aye' votes: 60%
Result: Passed

Democrats Voting 'Nay'

NameVoted
Rep. Collin C. Peterson [D, MN-7] Nay

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