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Senate roll call 261 · 93rd Congress · Jul 9, 1973

To pass S. 2047, a bill authorizing federal payment for planning of rapid transit lines to dulles and friendship airports.

On Jul 9, 1973, the Senate voted 46–18 (S 2047). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 28–10, Republicans 23–7, Others 1–0, Independents 0–1. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 17 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

46

No

18

Did not vote

32

Date

Jul 9, 1973

From Voteview roll call records.