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Senate roll call 585 · 109th Congress · Aug 1, 2006

A bill to enhance the energy independence and security of the United States by providing for exploration, development, and production activities for mineral res

On Aug 1, 2006, the Senate voted 71–25 on “On Passage of the Bill” (S 3711). Result: Bill Passed. By party: Republicans 53–1, Democrats 18–23, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 19 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
71
No
25
Did not vote
5
Date
Aug 1, 2006

By party

  • Republicans53 yes · 1 no · 1 didn’t vote
  • Democrats18 yes · 23 no · 4 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “A bill to enhance the energy independence…: Senate Vote, Aug 1, 2006,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/109-S-585/a-bill-to-enhance-the-energy-independence-and-security (accessed 2026-10-17).