H.Con.Res.9 — Denouncing the horrors of socialism.
House Roll Call
H.Con.Res.9
| Bill | H.Con.Res.9 — Denouncing the horrors of socialism. |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Agreeing to the Resolution |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 328 / Nay 86 / Present 14 / Not Voting 6 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 219 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| D | 109 | 86 | 14 | 3 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Agreeing to the Resolution
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HCONRES 9 (118th Congress)
HCONRES 9 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the U.S. Congress that formally denounces socialism and its historical consequences. The resolution articulates a strong condemnation of socialist ideologies and practices, asserting that they have led to significant human suffering, economic instability, and the erosion of individual freedoms in various countries throughout history.
Key Provisions:
- The resolution emphasizes the detrimental impact of socialism on societies, citing examples from nations that have adopted socialist policies and experienced negative outcomes, including authoritarian governance, economic decline, and violations of human rights.
- It calls for a reaffirmation of the values of democracy, individual liberty, and free-market principles as essential to the prosperity and well-being of the American people.
Funding/Authorities: HCONRES 9 does not allocate funding or create new authorities, as it is a resolution expressing the sentiments of Congress rather than a legislative bill that would appropriate funds or establish regulatory frameworks.
Programs or Agencies Affected: While the resolution itself does not directly affect specific programs or agencies, it serves as a political statement that may influence future legislative actions and discussions related to economic policies, social programs, and international relations.
Beneficiaries and Regulation: The resolution primarily serves to inform and influence public opinion and policy debates regarding socialism and capitalism in the United States. It aims to reassure constituents about the value of democratic governance and free enterprise, thereby indirectly benefiting individuals and businesses that thrive under these systems.
Key Timelines: The resolution was introduced and subsequently received in the Senate, where it has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require presidential approval and serves primarily as a formal expression of congressional sentiment. Further actions or discussions within the committee will determine its trajectory in the legislative process.
Yea (328)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
J
Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
J
Jason Crow
A
Anthony D'Esposito
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
R
Ruben Gallego
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
J
Jeff Jackson
B
Bill Johnson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
K
Kevin McCarthy
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
W
Wiley Nickel
M
Mary Peltola
D
Dean Phillips
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Rutherford
G
George Santos
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
C
Chris Stewart
E
Eric Swalwell
D
David Trone
M
Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (86)
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
C
Cori Bush
T
Tony Cárdenas
G
Gerald Connolly
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
R
Raúl Grijalva
B
Brian Higgins
B
Barbara Lee
G
Grace Napolitano
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
K
Katie Porter
J
John Sarbanes
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
Present (14)
D
David Cicilline
A
Anna Eshoo
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
