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Senate roll call 54 · 33rd Congress · Mar 9, 1854

To order engrossment and third reading of S. 157, a bill enabling the U.S. To make use of the solar compass in the public surveys. (p. 581-1)

On Mar 9, 1854, the Senate voted 17–15 (S 157). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 10–11, Others 7–4. 10 members voted against their own party.

During the 33rd Congress (1853–1854), Franklin Pierce was president.

Yes

17

No

15

Did not vote

38

Date

Mar 9, 1854

From Voteview roll call records.