Oct 17, 2019 · 13:46:00 · Senate
On Overriding the Veto
Shall the Joint Resolution S.J. Res. 54 pass, the Objections of the President of the United States to the contrary notwithstanding?
Chamber
Senate
Date
Oct 17, 2019 · 13:46:00
Required Majority
2/3 Supermajority
Vote ID
senate-116-1-325
Summary
The Senate failed to reach the required threshold to override the presidential veto of S.J. Res. 54 on a mixed vote.
Analysis
The Senate held a roll call vote on whether to override the President's veto of S.J. Res. 54. The measure failed to reach the required threshold for an override, resulting in the veto being sustained. The vote saw a mixed party breakdown, with support for the override crossing party lines but falling short of the supermajority needed to enact the resolution over the President's objections.
Implications
The Senate failed to reach the required threshold to override the President's veto of S.J. Res. 54 on a mixed vote. As a result, the veto remains in effect and the joint resolution is not enacted into law. This vote concludes the chamber's action on the measure regarding the presidential objections.
Required: 2/3 Supermajority
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 42 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Republicans | 10 | 36 | 0 | 7 |
| Independents | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 53 | 36 | 0 | 11 |
Seat Map
Member Votes
100 members
