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Senate roll call 287 · 35th Congress · May 27, 1858

To adjourn. (p.479)

On May 27, 1858, the Senate voted 23–17. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 19–3, Republicans 0–13, Others 4–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 3 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

23

No

17

Did not vote

33

Date

May 27, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.