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Senate roll call 580 · 35th Congress · Feb 18, 1859

To adjourn.

On Feb 18, 1859, the Senate voted 26–11. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 10–11, Republicans 13–0, Others 3–0. 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

26

No

11

Did not vote

36

Date

Feb 18, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.