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Senate roll call 158 · 35th Congress · Apr 5, 1858

To amend S. 232, a bill to establish an auxiliary guard for the protection of public and private property in the city of washington, and repealing all acts here

On Apr 5, 1858, the Senate voted 17–29 (S 232). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 2–27, Republicans 13–0, Others 2–2. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides. 2 members voted against their own party.

During the 35th Congress (1857–1858), James Buchanan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

17

No

29

Did not vote

27

Date

Apr 5, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.