To amend H.R. 3236 by making the sponsor's affidavit of support of an alien a legally binding and enforceable agreement. (motion passed) see note(s) 24

On Jan 30, 1980, the Senate voted 92–0 (HR 3236). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 56–0, Republicans 36–0, Independents 1–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes.

During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes: 92
No: 0
Did not vote: 8
Date: Jan 30, 1980

By party

Democrats56 yes · 0 no · 3 didn’t vote
Republicans36 yes · 0 no · 5 didn’t vote
Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

Every member who voted sided with their party's majority.

The bill

H.R. 3236: A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to provide better work incentives and improved accountability in the disability insurance program, and for other purposes.

How each senator voted: Yes

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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