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House roll call 1174 · 96th Congress · Sep 19, 1980

To pass H.R. 85, providing a comprehensive system of liability and compensation for oil spill damage and removal costs. (motion passed)

On Sep 19, 1980, the House voted 288–11 (HR 85). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 186–6, Republicans 108–5. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 11 members voted against their own party.

During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
288
No
11
Did not vote
135
Date
Sep 19, 1980

By party

  • Republicans108 yes · 5 no · 47 didn’t vote
  • Democrats186 yes · 6 no · 88 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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