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Senate roll call 351 · 96th Congress · Oct 12, 1979

To pass H.R. 4473. (motion passed) see note(s) 19

On Oct 12, 1979, the Senate voted 53–38 (HR 4473). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 38–17, Republicans 17–22, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 34 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

53

No

38

Did not vote

6

Date

Oct 12, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.