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Senate roll call 416 · 37th Congress · Jun 16, 1862

To postpone consideration of H.R. 364 (12 stat 489, app. July 1, 1862), a bill to aid in the construction of a railroad and telegraph line, and to secure to the

On Jun 16, 1862, the Senate voted 25–10 (HR 364). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 14–9, Democrats 6–0, Others 5–1. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 9 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

25

No

10

Did not vote

38

Date

Jun 16, 1862

From Voteview roll call records.