Global Food Security Act of 2016
Official title: “To authorize a comprehensive strategic approach for United States foreign assistance to developing countries to reduce global poverty and hunger, achieve food and nutrition security, promote inclusive, sustainable, agricultural-led economic growth, improve nutritional outcomes, especially for women and children, build resilience among vulnerable populations, and for other purposes.”
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How it passed
The Senate passed it by voice vote on April 20, 2016. A voice vote records no individual votes.
The House passed it 369 to 53 on July 6, 2016, with 11 members who did not vote.
It became law on July 20, 2016.
The question on the official record: House, “On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass”.
| Chamber and party | Yes | No | Present | Did not vote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House Republicans | 186 | 53 | 0 | 7 |
| House Democrats | 183 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
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