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House roll call 246 · 93rd Congress · Jul 18, 1973

To amend H.J.RES. 524, concerning the war powers of the Congress and the President, by requiring Congress to specifically approve or disapprove by bill or resol

On Jul 18, 1973, the House voted 166–250 (HJR 524). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 24–209, Republicans 143–41, Others 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 65 members voted against their own party.

During the 93rd Congress (1973–1974), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

166

No

250

Did not vote

24

Date

Jul 18, 1973

From Voteview roll call records.