CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

House Roll Call 218

119th Congress · Session 1 · July 23, 2025

A fast-track vote, needing two-thirds to pass

The House sets aside its normal procedure to move quickly: no amendments, little debate, and a two-thirds bar instead of a simple majority. It is used for measures expected to be uncontroversial, so a bill that fails here failed despite broad expectations that it would not.

What was being voted on

119-HR-4275 — Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025

This bill establishes the position of Secretary of the Coast Guard and defines the primary duties of the service. It provides specific appropriation levels for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 while authorizing increased military strength, training, and several pilot programs. The legislation addresses personnel matters such as family leave, career flexibility, and behavioral health, alongside maritime safety and vessel security. It also includes mandates for studies on Arctic maritime traffic, the Coast Guard Academy, and various safety infrastructures.

The House recorded this as
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Coast Guard Authorization Act
Result: Passed
Needed two-thirds of those voting, a higher bar than usual — reserved for fast-tracked bills, overriding a veto, and treaties.
Yea: 399Nay: 12Not Voting: 19430 members
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democrat D2020010
Republican R1971209
Official record
How each member voted (430)
399 yea, 12 nay, 19 not voting