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Senate roll call 404 · 42nd Congress · May 14, 1872

To proceed to consideration of S. 656, a bill extending the provisions of an act to enforce the 14th constitutional amendment in regard to writs of habeas corpu

On May 14, 1872, the Senate voted 40–18 (S 656). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 40–5, Democrats 0–13. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 5 members voted against their own party.

During the 42nd Congress (1871–1872), Ulysses S. Grant was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

40

No

18

Did not vote

17

Date

May 14, 1872

From Voteview roll call records.