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Senate roll call 1044 · 96th Congress · Dec 11, 1980

To amend H. J. RES. 637 by striking section 140. (motion passed) see note(s) 41

On Dec 11, 1980, the Senate voted 54–24. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 21–22, Republicans 32–2, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 23 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

54

No

24

Did not vote

23

Date

Dec 11, 1980

From Voteview roll call records.