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Senate roll call 536 · 100th Congress · Apr 28, 1988

To invoke cloture, thereby limiting debate on HR 4222, extension of the immigrant legalization program, a bill to extend amnesty program for eligible immigrants

On Apr 28, 1988, the Senate voted 40–56 (HR 4222). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 36–17, Republicans 4–39. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 21 members voted against their own party.

During the 100th Congress (1987–1988), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

40

No

56

Did not vote

5

Date

Apr 28, 1988

From Voteview roll call records.