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Senate roll call 9 · 36th Congress · Mar 8, 1859

To amend the resolution relating to the treaty between the U.S., and nez perce tribe of indians, signed june 11, 1855, which amendment provides to eliminate art

On Mar 8, 1859, the Senate voted 35–11. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 22–7, Republicans 12–4, Others 1–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 11 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

35

No

11

Did not vote

24

Date

Mar 8, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.