Must override votes be recorded by name?
Yes, the Constitution requires veto override votes to be taken by yeas and nays, with each member's name recorded.
Short AnswerYes, the Constitution requires the yeas and nays
Explanation
How Congress WorksArticle I, Section 7 says that on an override the votes of both chambers are determined by yeas and nays, and the names of those voting for and against are entered in the journal.
Source
- U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 7, Clause 2 ↗
But in all such Cases the Votes of both Houses shall be determined by yeas and Nays, and the Names of the Persons voting for and against the Bill shall be entered on the Journal of each House respectively.
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