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Senate roll call 263 · 95th Congress · Jun 29, 1977

To amend H.R. 7555 by allowing the use of funds for performing abortions in those cases where the mother's life is endangered, "where medically necessary" or w

On Jun 29, 1977, the Senate voted 56–39 (HR 7555). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 37–21, Republicans 19–17, Independents 0–1. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 38 members 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

56

No

39

Did not vote

9

Date

Jun 29, 1977

From Voteview roll call records.