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Senate roll call 285 · 96th Congress · Sep 14, 1979

To table dole amendment to S. 14 that allowed additional lands to be leased not to exceed an additional 1,280 acres above the limitation in the bill. (motion p

On Sep 14, 1979, the Senate voted 39–33 (S 14). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 34–8, Republicans 6–27, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 14 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

39

No

33

Did not vote

25

Date

Sep 14, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.