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Senate roll call 137 · 105th Congress · Jun 26, 1997

To increase the deduction for health insurance costs of self-employed individuals, and to increase the excise tax on tobacco products.

On Jun 26, 1997, the Senate voted 41–58 on “On the Motion” (S 949). Result: Motion Rejected. By party: Republicans 12–42, Democrats 29–16. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 28 members voted against their own party.

During the 105th Congress (1997–1998), Bill Clinton was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Result

Motion Rejected

Yes

41

No

58

Did not vote

1

Date

Jun 26, 1997

From Voteview roll call records.