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Senate roll call 219 · 109th Congress · Jul 29, 2005

A bill to prohibit civil liability actions from being brought or continued against manufacturers, distributors, dealers, or importers of firearms or ammunition

On Jul 29, 2005, the Senate voted 65–31 on “On Passage of the Bill” (S 397). Result: Bill Passed. By party: Republicans 50–2, Democrats 14–29, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 16 members voted against their own party.

During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Result
Bill Passed
Yes
65
No
31
Did not vote
5
Date
Jul 29, 2005

By party

  • Republicans50 yes · 2 no · 3 didn’t vote
  • Democrats14 yes · 29 no · 2 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

The bill

S. 397: Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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