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Senate roll call 94 · 54th Congress · May 23, 1896

To table an amendment to H. R. 8008, which amendment proposes to prescribe a tax of $1.00 on every barrel of lager beer, ale and porter, manufactured in the u.s

On May 23, 1896, the Senate voted 35–22 (HR 8008). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 26–5, Democrats 11–13, Others 0–4. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 16 members voted against their own party.

During the 54th Congress (1895–1896), Grover Cleveland was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

35

No

22

Did not vote

31

Date

May 23, 1896

From Voteview roll call records.