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Senate roll call 39 · 96th Congress · Apr 9, 1979

To amend S. 450, the supreme court jurisdiction act of 1979, by restoring the right of voluntary prayer in public schools. (motion passed)

On Apr 9, 1979, the Senate voted 51–40 (S 450). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 26–29, Republicans 27–12, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 38 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

51

No

40

Did not vote

6

Date

Apr 9, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.