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Senate roll call 354 · 96th Congress · Oct 12, 1979

(continued) to table weicker amendment to H. J. RES. 412, continuing appropriations, that would eliminate a congressional pay raise during fiscal 1980. (motion

On Oct 12, 1979, the Senate voted 43–42. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 23–24, Republicans 20–18, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 41 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

43

No

42

Did not vote

15

Date

Oct 12, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.