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Senate roll call 871 · 96th Congress · Aug 21, 1980

To amend byrd substitute to H.R. 1197 by granting primary responsibility for mine inspections to the states. (see RC 362) (motion passed) see note(s) 37

On Aug 21, 1980, the Senate voted 59–34 (HR 1197). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 28–23, Republicans 30–11, Independents 1–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 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

59

No

34

Did not vote

8

Date

Aug 21, 1980

From Voteview roll call records.