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Senate roll call 605 · 35th Congress · Feb 23, 1859

To amend H. R. 711 by adding a section to amend first section of act for admission of kansas approved may 4, 1858 by striking out words "whenever it is ascertai

On Feb 23, 1859, the Senate voted 19–27 (HR 711). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 2–24, Republicans 18–0, Others 0–3. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides. 2 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

19

No

27

Did not vote

26

Date

Feb 23, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.