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Senate roll call 511 · 35th Congress · Jan 28, 1859

To pass S. 334 (11 stat. 558, app. 2/5/1859), a bill to make payment with interest to thomas laurent for confiscation of his property by general winfield in mex

On Jan 28, 1859, the Senate voted 21–12 (S 334). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 8–9, Republicans 11–2, Others 2–1. 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

21

No

12

Did not vote

40

Date

Jan 28, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.