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Senate roll call 880 · 96th Congress · Aug 21, 1980

To table metzenbaum amendment to H.R. 1197, proposing regulations for reclamation for surface mining. (motion passed) see note(s) 37

On Aug 21, 1980, the Senate voted 59–31 (HR 1197). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 27–23, Republicans 31–8, Independents 1–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 31 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

31

Did not vote

11

Date

Aug 21, 1980

From Voteview roll call records.