Sunday, August 10, 2008

MegaVote for Texas' 24th Congressional District:

In this MegaVote for Texas' 24th Congressional District:August 4, 2008

Recent Congressional Votes -

Senate: College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2008
House: Paycheck Fairness Act
House: Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriation, FY 2009

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Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until September 8.


Recent Senate Votes
College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2008 - Vote Agreed to (83-8, 1 Present, 8 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill to address rising tuition costs and remove obstacles that make it more difficult for students to attend college.

Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. John Cornyn voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


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Recent House Votes
Paycheck Fairness Act - Vote Passed (247-178, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to increase penalties for pay discrimination and protect employees who share salary information.

Rep. Kenny Marchant voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


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Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriation, FY 2009 - Vote Passed (409-4, 21 Not Voting)

The House passed this $72.7 billion bill funding military construction and veteran care programs.

Rep. Kenny Marchant voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


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