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Senate roll call 567 · 40th Congress · Dec 17, 1868

To pass H.R. 156 (15 stat 435), a bill relieving certain persons of all political disabilities imposed by the 14th amendment to the U.S. Constitution. (p. 120

On Dec 17, 1868, the Senate voted 44–3 (HR 156). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 41–0, Democrats 3–3. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 3 members voted against their own party.

During the 40th Congress (1867–1868), Andrew Johnson was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

44

No

3

Did not vote

22

Date

Dec 17, 1868

From Voteview roll call records.