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Senate roll call 113 · 102nd Congress · Jun 28, 1991

To amend title 18, United States Code, to establish procedures for mandatory instant background checks of the criminal histories of prospective buyers of handgu

On Jun 28, 1991, the Senate voted 44–54 on “On the Amendment” (S 1241). Result: Amendment Rejected. By party: Democrats 9–46, Republicans 35–8. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 17 members voted against their own party.

During the 102nd Congress (1991–1992), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Result

Amendment Rejected

Yes

44

No

54

Did not vote

4

Date

Jun 28, 1991

From Voteview roll call records.