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Senate roll call 787 · 95th Congress · May 3, 1978

To amend H.R. 8309 by authorizing construction of a new locks and dam 26 on the mississippi river at alton, illinois. The long amendment also proposes a $0.12

On May 3, 1978, the Senate voted 88–2. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 54–0, Republicans 34–2, Independents 1–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 2 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

88

No

2

Did not vote

13

Date

May 3, 1978

From Voteview roll call records.