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Senate roll call 552 · 35th Congress · Feb 8, 1859

To consent to the appointment by the President of samuel w. Black, to be governor of the territory of nebraska in place of william a richardson, resigned. (p.5

On Feb 8, 1859, the Senate voted 35–9. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 27–1, Republicans 4–8, Others 4–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 5 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

9

Did not vote

29

Date

Feb 8, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.