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House roll call 727 · 96th Congress · Feb 21, 1980

To agree to consider H. RES. 581, the rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 6081, central american assistance. (motion failed; 2/3's required)

On Feb 21, 1980, the House voted 233–155 (HRES 581). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 221–31, Republicans 13–124. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 44 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

233

No

155

Did not vote

51

Date

Feb 21, 1980

From Voteview roll call records.