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Senate roll call 74 · 100th Congress · Apr 9, 1987

To amend in the nature of a substitute to HR 558, the urgent relief for the homeless act, to provide to agencies that serve the homeless direct access to surplu

On Apr 9, 1987, the Senate voted 85–12 (HR 558). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 53–1, Republicans 33–11. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 12 members voted against their own party.

During the 100th Congress (1987–1988), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
85
No
12
Did not vote
3
Date
Apr 9, 1987

By party

  • Republicans33 yes · 11 no · 2 didn’t vote
  • Democrats53 yes · 1 no · 1 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

The bill

H.R. 558: A bill to provide urgently needed assistance to protect and improve the lives and safety of the homeless, with special emphasis on families and children.

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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