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Senate roll call 390 · 31st Congress · Jan 31, 1851

To amend S. 346, which amendment provides that possession of land for 20 years be deemed prima facie evidence of a complete land grant, even against the governm

On Jan 31, 1851, the Senate voted 11–37 (S 346). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 9–17, Others 2–20. 9 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
11
No
37
Did not vote
22
Date
Jan 31, 1851

By party

  • Democrats9 yes · 17 no · 14 didn’t vote
  • Others2 yes · 20 no · 8 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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