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Senate roll call 276 · 96th Congress · Sep 13, 1979

To amend S. 14 by deleting the section which allows for leasing of lands in excess of 1,280 acres. (motion passed) see note(s) 15

On Sep 13, 1979, the Senate voted 59–36 (S 14). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 49–6, Republicans 10–30, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 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
59
No
36
Did not vote
5
Date
Sep 13, 1979

By party

  • Democrats49 yes · 6 no · 4 didn’t vote
  • Republicans10 yes · 30 no · 1 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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