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Senate roll call 886 · 92nd Congress · Oct 3, 1972

To close debate on S. 3970, proposed consumer protection organization act of 1972. Motion rejected because twothirds of the senators present and voting did not

On Oct 3, 1972, the Senate voted 55–32 (S 3970). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 39–14, Republicans 20–19, Others 0–1, Independents 0–1. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 33 members voted against their own party.

During the 92nd Congress (1971–1972), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

55

No

32

Did not vote

8

Date

Oct 3, 1972

From Voteview roll call records.