Amendment (S.Amdt.1085) to H.R.627: To amend the Truth in Lending Act to establish fair and transparent practices relating to the extension of credit under an open end consumer credit plan, and for other purposes.

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May 13, 2009 Roll call number 192 (Amendment number S.Amdt.1085) in the Senate
Question On the Motion (Motion to Waive CBA Re: Gregg Amdt. No. 1085) Amendment purpose To enhance public knowledge regarding the national debt by requiring the publication of the facts about the national debt on IRS instructions, Federal websites, and in new legislation.
Ayes: 59 (Democrat: 19; Republican: 40)
Nays: 35 (Democrat: 33; Republican: 0; Other: 2)
Abstained: 5 (Democrat: 5; Republican: 0)
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 3/5 (60%)
Percentage of 'aye' votes: 59%
Result: Motion Rejected

Democrats 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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