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House roll call 607 · 95th Congress · Oct 14, 1977

To pass H.R. 4297, the bill authorizing appropriations for fiscal 1978 for marine protection, research and sanctuaries programs.

On Oct 14, 1977, the House voted 359–1 (HR 4297). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 236–1, Republicans 124–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 1 member voted against their own party.

During the 95th Congress (1977–1978), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
359
No
1
Did not vote
80
Date
Oct 14, 1977

By party

  • Republicans124 yes · 0 no · 23 didn’t vote
  • Democrats236 yes · 1 no · 57 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

The bill

H.R. 4297: A bill to amend the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act of 1972 to authorize appropriations to carry out the provisions of such Act for fiscal year 1978.

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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