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Senate roll call 669 · 97th Congress · Jun 15, 1982

To close debate on S. 1992, a bill extending for 25 years the effects of certain provisions of the voting rights act of 1965. (motion passed) see note(s) 33

On Jun 15, 1982, the Senate voted 86–8 (S 1992). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 47–6, Democrats 42–1, Independents 0–1. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 7 members voted against their own party.

During the 97th Congress (1981–1982), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Yes

86

No

8

Did not vote

4

Date

Jun 15, 1982

From Voteview roll call records.