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Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008
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| H.R.3221 (110th Congress) - Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 | Status: Bill Is Law |
A bill to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Nancy Pelosi [D, CA-8]Committees: House Transportation and Infrastructure, House Agriculture, House Small Business, House Energy and Commerce, House Armed Services, House Foreign Affairs, House Oversight and Government Reform, House Education and Labor, House Natural Resources, House Science and Technology, House Education and Labor - Workforce Protections, House Education and Labor - Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness
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The bill, which was introduced July 30, 2007, hoped to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes.[1]
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The bill became a law on July 20, 2008.
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House of Representatives Action
The House of Representatives voted on H.R. 3221 on August 4, 2007.
House Record Vote (301)
May 08, 2008
On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 1: H R 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 1
On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 1
Percentage of 'Aye' votes: 61% - Passed
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 1/2 (50%)
266
Ayes
154
Nays
| Dem | Rep | Other | |
| Ayes | 226 | 39 | 0 |
| Nays | 0 | 153 | 0 |
| Abst. | 7 | 6 | 0 |
U.S. House of Representatives record vote 301, 110th Congress, Session 2
House Record Vote (302)
May 08, 2008
On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 2: H R 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 2
On Agreeing to the Senate Amendment with Amendment No. 2
Percentage of 'Aye' votes: 74% - Passed
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 1/2 (50%)
322
Ayes
94
Nays
| Dem | Rep | Other | |
| Ayes | 226 | 95 | 0 |
| Nays | 0 | 93 | 0 |
| Abst. | 7 | 10 | 0 |
Same for all scorecards:
- Name of bill: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008
- Chamber: U.S. House of Representatives
- Roll call number: 302
- Congress number: 110th
- Session number: 2
- Vote link: U.S. House of Representatives record vote 302, 110th Congress, Session 2
| Scored vote | |
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Scorecard: National Journal 2008 House Scorecard |
Org. position: Aye |
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Description: "Provide a refundable tax credit of up to $7,500 for first-time homebuyers. May 8. (322-94)" (Original scorecard available at: http://www.nationaljournal.com/njmagazine/cs_20090228_4813.php) | |
House Record Vote (519)
July 23, 2008
Concur in Senate Amendment with House Amendment: H R 3221 Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
Concur in Senate Amendment with House Amendment
Concur in Senate Amendment with House Amendment
Percentage of 'Aye' votes: 62% - Passed
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 1/2 (50%)
272
Ayes
152
Nays
| Dem | Rep | Other | |
| Ayes | 226 | 45 | 0 |
| Nays | 3 | 149 | 0 |
| Abst. | 6 | 5 | 0 |
Same for all scorecards:
- Name of bill: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008
- Chamber: U.S. House of Representatives
- Roll call number: 519
- Congress number: 110th
- Session number: 2
- Vote link: U.S. House of Representatives record vote 519, 110th Congress, Session 2
| Scored vote | |
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Scorecard: National Journal 2008 House Scorecard |
Org. position: Aye |
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Description: "Pass a bill providing mortgage relief and allowing a government takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. July 23. (272-152)" (Original scorecard available at: http://www.nationaljournal.com/njmagazine/cs_20090228_4813.php) | |
House Record Vote (830)
August 04, 2007
On Agreeing to the Amendment: Amendment 22 to H R 3221
On Agreeing to the Amendment
On Agreeing to the Amendment
Percentage of 'Aye' votes: 49% - Agreed to
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 1/2 (50%)
218
Ayes
196
Nays
| Dem | Rep | Other | |
| Ayes | 188 | 30 | 0 |
| Nays | 38 | 158 | 0 |
| Abst. | 8 | 15 | 0 |
Same for all scorecards:
- Name of bill: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008
- Chamber: U.S. House of Representatives
- Roll call number: 830
- Congress number: 110th
- Session number: 1
- Vote link: U.S. House of Representatives record vote 830, 110th Congress, Session 1
| Scored vote | |
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Scorecard: National Journal 2007 House Scorecard |
Org. position: |
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Description: "Prohibit the federal government from purchasing vehicles that fail to meet standards for greenhouse-gas emissions. August 4. (218-196)" (Original scorecard available at: http://www.nationaljournal.com/voteratings/house_votes.htm) | |
House Record Vote (832)
August 04, 2007
On Passage: H R 3221 New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act
On Passage
On Passage
Percentage of 'Aye' votes: 55% - Passed
Required percentage of 'Aye' votes: 1/2 (50%)
241
Ayes
172
Nays
| Dem | Rep | Other | |
| Ayes | 215 | 26 | 0 |
| Nays | 9 | 163 | 0 |
| Abst. | 7 | 13 | 0 |
Same for all scorecards:
- Name of bill: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008
- Chamber: U.S. House of Representatives
- Roll call number: 832
- Congress number: 110th
- Session number: 1
- Vote link: U.S. House of Representatives record vote 832, 110th Congress, Session 1
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Scorecard: National Journal 2007 House Scorecard |
Org. position: |
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Description: "Approve energy policy changes, including increased efficiency standards for appliances and buildings, and new incentives for alternative fuels. August 4. (241-172)" (Original scorecard available at: http://www.nationaljournal.com/voteratings/house_votes.htm) | |
Articles and resources
See also
References
- ↑ Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 on [hhttp://www.opencongress.org/bill/110-h3221/show].
