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Senate roll call 71 · 35th Congress · Feb 11, 1858

To amend S. 79, a bill to increase the military establishment of the United States, by providing to eliminate first section which relates to pay allowance, prov

On Feb 11, 1858, the Senate voted 25–26 (S 79). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 5–24, Republicans 17–2, Others 3–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 7 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

25

No

26

Did not vote

22

Date

Feb 11, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.