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Senate roll call 146 · 96th Congress · Jun 26, 1979

To amend H.R. 4289 by setting the increased spending limitations for the food stamp program at $800 million. (motion failed) see note(s) 10

On Jun 26, 1979, the Senate voted 28–62 (HR 4289). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 6–44, Republicans 21–18, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 24 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
28
No
62
Did not vote
11
Date
Jun 26, 1979

By party

  • Democrats6 yes · 44 no · 9 didn’t vote
  • Republicans21 yes · 18 no · 2 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

The bill

H.R. 4289: A bill making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1979, and for other purposes.

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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