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Senate roll call 583 · 36th Congress · Mar 2, 1861

On reading a second time H.J.RES. 80, (12 ST. 251, app. 3-2-61), amending constitution of the U.S. Concerning slavery.

On Mar 2, 1861, the Senate voted 39–5 (HJR 80). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 17–5, Democrats 20–0, Others 2–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 5 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

39

No

5

Did not vote

26

Date

Mar 2, 1861

From Voteview roll call records.