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House roll call 955 · 108th Congress · Jun 22, 2004

Honoring the life and accomplishments of Ray Charles, recognizing his contributions to the Nation, and extending condolences to his family on his death

On Jun 22, 2004, the House voted 419–0 on “On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree” (HCONRES 449). Result: Passed. By party: Republicans 221–0, Democrats 197–0, Independents 1–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Result
Passed
Yes
419
No
0
Did not vote
21
Date
Jun 22, 2004

By party

  • Republicans221 yes · 0 no · 10 didn’t vote
  • Democrats197 yes · 0 no · 11 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

Every member who voted sided with their party's majority.

How each representative voted: Yes

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “Honoring the life and accomplishments of Ray…: House Vote, Jun 22…,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/108-H-955/honoring-the-life-and-accomplishments-of-ray-charles-recognizing (accessed 2026-10-17).