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House roll call 539 · 96th Congress · Oct 25, 1979

To amend H. J. RES. 430, low income energy assistance, by providing for the distribution of all funds in the form of block grants to the states for energy allow

On Oct 25, 1979, the House voted 183–207 (HJR 430). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 47–201, Republicans 137–11. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 58 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
183
No
207
Did not vote
44
Date
Oct 25, 1979

By party

  • Republicans137 yes · 11 no · 12 didn’t vote
  • Democrats47 yes · 201 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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