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Senate roll call 251 · 35th Congress · May 17, 1858

To amend H. R. 201, by striking out the clause which provides for compensation to be paid to reporters for the congressional globe for reporting proceedings of

On May 17, 1858, the Senate voted 20–31 (HR 201). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 18–12, Republicans 1–16, Others 1–3. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 13 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

20

No

31

Did not vote

22

Date

May 17, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.