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Senate roll call 171 · 29th Congress · Jul 21, 1846

To reconsider the vote agreeing to a reported amendment to H.R. 18, which amendment eliminates an appropriation of $12,000 to be used for the improvement of lit

On Jul 21, 1846, the Senate voted 32–19 (HR 18). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 14–14, Others 18–5. 14 members voted against their own party.

During the 29th Congress (1845–1846), James K. Polk was president.

Yes

32

No

19

Did not vote

13

Date

Jul 21, 1846

From Voteview roll call records.