To pass S. 38, reimbursing nathaniel goddard and others for the value of their ship and cargo, confiscated during the late war.

On Apr 28, 1846, the Senate voted 22–20 (S 38). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 2–20, Others 20–0. 2 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 22
No: 20
Did not vote: 22
Date: Apr 28, 1846

By party

Democrats2 yes · 20 no · 15 didn’t vote
Others20 yes · 0 no · 7 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

Arthur Pendleton Bagby D-AL voted yes
James Diament Westcott Jr. D-FL voted yes

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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