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Senate roll call 244 · 35th Congress · May 14, 1858

To pass S. 46.

On May 14, 1858, the Senate voted 29–17 (S 46). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 10–16, Republicans 19–0, Others 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 10 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

29

No

17

Did not vote

27

Date

May 14, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.