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Senate roll call 57 · 96th Congress · Apr 25, 1979

To amend S. CON. RES. 22 by increasing funding for the law enforcement assistance administration by $100 million. (motion failed) see note(s) 5

On Apr 25, 1979, the Senate voted 38–46. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 24–23, Republicans 14–22, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 37 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

38

No

46

Did not vote

17

Date

Apr 25, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.