May 4, 1965
Disability Pensions Passed
The Johnson government passed a bill creating special monthly allowances of $250 per month to members of society deemed to have a disability. Labor and the Liberals both backed the bill strongly. It was passed by an overwhelming majority after Conservative Leader Richard Nixon decided to allow his caucus a free vote on the matter, as many Red Torries did support the measure. The ANM and Libertarians voted against it. The final vote count was 845-312. The Liberal-controlled Senate ensured its passage.