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Senate roll call 401 · 36th Congress · Jan 16, 1861

To amend S.J.RES. 54, by recognizing the existence of slavery in all territories now held or to be acquired south of 36 30, for the purpose of enlarging territo

On Jan 16, 1861, the Senate voted 29–24 (SJR 54). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 26–1, Republicans 1–23, Others 2–0. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides. 2 members voted against their own party.

During the 36th Congress (1859–1860), James Buchanan was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Yes

29

No

24

Did not vote

17

Date

Jan 16, 1861

From Voteview roll call records.