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Senate roll call 463 · 35th Congress · Jan 12, 1859

To amend amendment to S. 65, which amendment proposes to commit bill to a select committee with instructions to prepare and report a bill for construction of a

On Jan 12, 1859, the Senate voted 35–14 (S 65). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 15–12, Republicans 18–0, Others 2–2. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 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

35

No

14

Did not vote

24

Date

Jan 12, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.