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Senate roll call 242 · 96th Congress · Aug 1, 1979

To pass S. 914, authorizing approximately $1 billion for each of the next four years for programs of the economic development administration. (motion passed)

On Aug 1, 1979, the Senate voted 83–17 (S 914). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 56–2, Republicans 27–14, Independents 0–1. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 16 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

83

No

17

Did not vote

1

Date

Aug 1, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.