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House roll call 514 · 96th Congress · Oct 17, 1979

To amend the obey amendment to S. 832, federal election campaign authorization, by limiting the extension of credit for advertising to not more than 60 days and

On Oct 17, 1979, the House voted 298–114 (S 832). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 240–20, Republicans 58–94. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 78 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

298

No

114

Did not vote

28

Date

Oct 17, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.