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Senate roll call 553 · 36th Congress · Feb 26, 1861

To amend the bill S. 563, (c-83-12 ST. 209), organizing the territory of nevada, by striking out the clause giving the right of appeal of "personal freedom," of

On Feb 26, 1861, the Senate voted 25–22 (S 563). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 24–0, Democrats 1–21, Others 0–1. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides. 1 member 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

25

No

22

Did not vote

23

Date

Feb 26, 1861

From Voteview roll call records.