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Senate roll call 48 · 48th Congress · Feb 12, 1884

To pass S. 1139, authorizing the construction of a building for the accommodation of the congressional library. (p. 1054-2)

On Feb 12, 1884, the Senate voted 39–6 (S 1139). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 18–10, Republicans 25–1, Others 1–0. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 11 members voted against their own party.

During the 48th Congress (1883–1884), Chester A. Arthur was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Yes

39

No

6

Did not vote

23

Date

Feb 12, 1884

From Voteview roll call records.