What terms are related to present?

Related terms include: Yea, Nay, Not Voting. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for present.

Voting

Present

A recorded position that means the member attended but did not vote yes or no. It counts for attendance, not for or against the measure.

A vote in favor of a bill or motion. Roll call records show each member's position as Yea, Nay, Present, or Not Voting.

A vote against a bill or motion. The opposite of a Yea vote on a roll call.

Shown when a member did not cast a vote on a roll call. Common reasons include illness, travel, or a conflict of interest.

What does "Present" mean?: A recorded position that means the member attended but did not vote yes or no. It counts for attendance, not for or against the measure.
What terms are related to present?: Related terms include: Yea, Nay, Not Voting. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for present.