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Senate roll call 948 · 93rd Congress · Aug 20, 1974

To close further debate on S.707, a bill to establish an agency for consumer advocacy.

On Aug 20, 1974, the Senate voted 59–35 (S 707). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 43–12, Republicans 19–22, Others 0–1, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 31 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes

59

No

35

Did not vote

4

Date

Aug 20, 1974

From Voteview roll call records.