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Senate roll call 531 · 96th Congress · Jan 30, 1980

To amend H.R. 3236 by limiting disability insurance benefits to not more than 100% of the individual's average monthly earnings. (motion failed) see note(s) 24

On Jan 30, 1980, the Senate voted 47–47 (HR 3236). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 40–15, Republicans 8–31, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 23 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
47
No
47
Did not vote
6
Date
Jan 30, 1980

By party

  • Democrats40 yes · 15 no · 4 didn’t vote
  • Republicans8 yes · 31 no · 2 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

Who broke with their party

The bill

H.R. 3236: A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to provide better work incentives and improved accountability in the disability insurance program, 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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