Republicans had previously cast their votes for the same provisions.

The tally was 56 to 41, with Republicans casting all 41 no votes.

Republicans do not formally cast their ballot for a new leader until Nov. 18.

But some Republicans are casting a cold eye on these developments.

Republicans, who led the repeal drive, have also cast the tax as the issue on which public policy will turn next near.

Republicans cast the effort as a threat to personal freedom.

And even the most bullish Republicans cast a nervous eye on the economy.

The bill passed by a vote of 365 to 3, with Republicans casting all the opposing votes.

Only about 100,000 Republicans cast ballots, out of a total of 461,000.

Democrats said the Republicans were casting aside their usual respect for states' rights to protect the financial interests of businesses.