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Senate roll call 298 · 96th Congress · Sep 19, 1979

To amend S. CON. RES. 36 by reducing energy spending and reducing revenue estimates by deleting the windfall profits tax. (motion failed) see note(s) 16

On Sep 19, 1979, the Senate voted 35–64. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 7–51, Republicans 27–14, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 21 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

35

No

64

Did not vote

1

Date

Sep 19, 1979

From Voteview roll call records.