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House roll call 831 · 111th Congress · Nov 2, 2009

Recognizing the crucial role of assistance dogs in helping wounded veterans live more independent lives, expressing gratitude to The Tower of Hope, and supporti

On Nov 2, 2009, the House voted 351–0 on “On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree” (HRES 291). Result: Passed. By party: Democrats 203–0, Republicans 148–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes.

During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Result
Passed
Yes
351
No
0
Did not vote
103
Date
Nov 2, 2009

By party

  • Republicans148 yes · 0 no · 35 didn’t vote
  • Democrats203 yes · 0 no · 66 didn’t vote

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, “Recognizing the crucial role of assistance…: House Vote, Nov 2, 2009,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/111-H-831/recognizing-the-crucial-role-of-assistance-dogs-in-helping (accessed 2026-10-17).