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Senate roll call 404 · 37th Congress · Jun 12, 1862

To go into executive session, motion made during consideration of H.R. 364 (12 stat 489, app. July 1, 1862), a bill to aid in the construction of a railroad and

On Jun 12, 1862, the Senate voted 20–18. Result: passed. By party: Republicans 18–7, Others 2–5, Democrats 0–6. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 7 members voted against their own party.

During the 37th Congress (1861–1862), Abraham Lincoln was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

20

No

18

Did not vote

35

Date

Jun 12, 1862

From Voteview roll call records.