Amendment (S.Amdt.2412) to H.R.2638: Making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes.

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July 25, 2007 Roll call number 277 (Amendment number S.Amdt.2412) in the Senate
Question On the Decision of the Chair (Shall the Decision of the Chair Stand as the Judgement of the Senate Re: Graham Amdt. No. 2412 ) Amendment purpose To ensure control over the United States borders and strengthen enforcement of the immigration laws.
Ayes: 52 (Democrat: 47; Republican: 3; Other: 2)
Nays: 44 (Democrat: 1; Republican: 43)
Abstained: 4 (Democrat: 2; Republican: 2)
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 1/2 (50%)
Percentage of 'aye' votes: 52%
Result: Decision of Chair Sustained

Republicans Voting 'Nay'

** Because of incomplete data from newly elected Representatives, party breakdown visualizations may be inaccurate by one or two votes.

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