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Senate roll call 766 · 94th Congress · Apr 27, 1976

To pass S. 3259, extending certain housing programs under the national housing act.

On Apr 27, 1976, the Senate voted 55–24 (S 3259). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 50–3, Republicans 12–22, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 15 members voted against their own party.

During the 94th Congress (1975–1976), Gerald Ford was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
55
No
24
Did not vote
13
Date
Apr 27, 1976

By party

  • Democrats50 yes · 3 no · 8 didn’t vote
  • Republicans12 yes · 22 no · 4 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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