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Senate roll call 325 · 95th Congress · Aug 3, 1977

To table the johnston amendment to S. 926. This amendment would require most candidates for federal office to impose on themselves, within 60 days of the elec

On Aug 3, 1977, the Senate voted 55–40 (S 926). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 27–32, Republicans 28–8, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 35 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

55

No

40

Did not vote

8

Date

Aug 3, 1977

From Voteview roll call records.