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Senate roll call 271 · 35th Congress · May 24, 1858

To proceed to the consideration of S. 341, a bill making appropriations for repairing and improving the works at the harbor of chicago, ill.

On May 24, 1858, the Senate voted 30–27 (S 341). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 10–25, Republicans 18–0, Others 2–2. 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

30

No

27

Did not vote

16

Date

May 24, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.