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Senate roll call 73 · 100th Congress · Apr 9, 1987

To invoke cloture, thereby limiting debate, on the byrd d,WV-dole, KS amendment to HR 558, the urgent relief for the homeless act. Motion adopted, three-fifths

On Apr 9, 1987, the Senate voted 68–29 (HR 558). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 44–9, Republicans 24–20. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 29 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
68
No
29
Did not vote
4
Date
Apr 9, 1987

By party

  • Republicans24 yes · 20 no · 2 didn’t vote
  • Democrats44 yes · 9 no · 2 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

The bill

H.R. 558: A bill to provide urgently needed assistance to protect and improve the lives and safety of the homeless, with special emphasis on families and children.

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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