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Senate roll call 532 · 96th Congress · Jan 31, 1980

To amend H.R. 3236 by increasing the limit of middle income family benefits. (motion failed) see note(s) 24

On Jan 31, 1980, the Senate voted 34–50 (HR 3236). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 28–24, Republicans 8–26, Independents 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 32 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
34
No
50
Did not vote
14
Date
Jan 31, 1980

By party

  • Democrats28 yes · 24 no · 7 didn’t vote
  • Republicans8 yes · 26 no · 7 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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