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House roll call 248 · 93rd Congress · Jul 18, 1973

To amend H.J.RES. 524 so as to require Congress to specifically approve or disapprove the commitment of troops within 120 days by a declaration of war or by pas

On Jul 18, 1973, the House voted 200–211 (HJR 524). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 32–196, Republicans 168–15, Others 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 47 members voted against their own party.

During the 93rd Congress (1973–1974), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

200

No

211

Did not vote

30

Date

Jul 18, 1973

From Voteview roll call records.