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Senate roll call 21 · 35th Congress · Mar 12, 1857

To amend 3rd clause of article IV of treaty so as to eliminate that portion bearing on the confirmation of bona-fide grants of land made by the mosquito indians

On Mar 12, 1857, the Senate voted 27–21. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 11–18, Republicans 14–1, Others 2–2. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 12 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

27

No

21

Did not vote

25

Date

Mar 12, 1857

From Voteview roll call records.