Vote 158

Question: On the Joint Resolution
Bill: H J RES 1
Vote description: h.j.res.1 as amended; A joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Vote type: 2/3 (Help)
A two-thirds majority of those present and voting is required for approval or passage. Used for suspension calendar bills in the House and certain Senate votes.
Result: Defeated, 64-35, with 1 not voting.
Date/time: June 6, 1996, noon
Republican majority opinion: Yes (Help)
The position of more than 50 percent of voting Republicans. "None" means an equal split between "Yes" and "No."
Democrat majority opinion: No (Help)
The position of more than 50 percent of voting Democrats. "None" means an equal split between "Yes" and "No."

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