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proceduralSep 14, 2022 · House roll call · procedural · Result: Passed

On Ordering the Previous Question — H RES 1339 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 302) Preventing a Patronage System Act; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) Whistleblower Protection Improvement Act; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8326) Ensuring a Fair and Accurate Census Act

This was a procedural vote — a decision about process (such as ending debate or handling a motion), not a direct vote on a bill, amendment, or nominee.

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 302) to impose limits on excepting competitive service positions from the competitive service, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2988) to amend title 5, United States Code, to modify and enhance protections for Federal Government whistleblowers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8326) to amend title 13, United States Code, to improve the operations of the Bureau of the Census, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

In plain language

  • House resolution in the 117th Congress.
  • Provides for consideration of the bill (H.R. 302) to impose limits on excepting competitive service positions.
  • House passed it on Sep 14, 2022 (substantive).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration H.R. 302, H.R. 2988, and H.R. 8326.

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Roll-call breakdown

Yea213

Democrat: 213

Nay206

Republican: 206

Present0

Not Voting13

Democrat: 7 · Republican: 6

How each member voted (432)

Yea (213)

Nay (206)

Not Voting (13)

Party labels reflect each member’s most recent affiliation on record.