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Senate roll call 143 · 31st Congress · Jul 23, 1850

To amend S. 225 by repealing any existing law or usage existing in said territory at the date of its acquisition by the U.S. Which denies or obstructs the right

On Jul 23, 1850, the Senate voted 22–33 (S 225). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 15–16, Others 7–17. 15 members voted against their own party.

During the 31st Congress (1849–1850), Millard Fillmore was president.

Yes
22
No
33
Did not vote
15
Date
Jul 23, 1850

By party

  • Democrats15 yes · 16 no · 9 didn’t vote
  • Others7 yes · 17 no · 6 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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