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House roll call 24 · 101st Congress · Apr 17, 1989

To suspend the rules and pass HR 20, hatch act, to restore the right of federal civilian employees to participate in political activities during their off-duty

On Apr 17, 1989, the House voted 297–90 (HR 20). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 228–3, Republicans 73–89. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 76 members voted against their own party.

During the 101st Congress (1989–1990), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
297
No
90
Did not vote
50
Date
Apr 17, 1989

By party

  • Republicans73 yes · 89 no · 17 didn’t vote
  • Democrats228 yes · 3 no · 33 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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