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Senate roll call 658 · 35th Congress · Mar 1, 1859

To concur in amendment to H. R. 872, made in the committee of the whole which amendment provides to stop overland mail routes unless operated within the annual

On Mar 1, 1859, the Senate voted 26–19 (HR 872). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 20–9, Republicans 5–10, Others 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 14 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

19

Did not vote

28

Date

Mar 1, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.