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House roll call 204 · 96th Congress · Jun 12, 1979

To amend H.R. 2444 by striking language providing for five officers in the department to carry out functions delegated by the secretary. (motion failed)

On Jun 12, 1979, the House voted 170–220 (HR 2444). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 43–205, Republicans 133–20. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 63 members voted against their own party.

During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
170
No
220
Did not vote
39
Date
Jun 12, 1979

By party

  • Republicans133 yes · 20 no · 7 didn’t vote
  • Democrats43 yes · 205 no · 32 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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