Amendment (S.Amdt.3640) to H.R.2419: To provide for the continuation of agricultural programs through fiscal year 2012, and for other purposes.

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December 13, 2007 Roll call number 429 (Amendment number S.Amdt.3640) in the Senate
Question On the Amendment (Craig Amdt. No. 3640 ) Amendment purpose To prohibit the involuntary acquisition of farmland and grazing land by Federal, State, and local governments for parks, open space, or similar purposes.
Ayes: 37 (Democrat: 2; Republican: 35)
Nays: 58 (Democrat: 44; Republican: 12; Other: 2)
Abstained: 5 (Democrat: 4; Republican: 1)
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 3/5 (60%)
Percentage of 'aye' votes: 37%
Result: Amendment Rejected

Republicans Voting 'Aye'

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

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