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Senate roll call 244 · 55th Congress · Apr 16, 1898

To table an amendment to S.J. RES. 149, which amendment declares war on spain, excepting the government of cuba, and empowers the President to use armed force i

On Apr 16, 1898, the Senate voted 83–5 (SJR 149). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 41–2, Democrats 32–1, Others 10–2. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 3 members voted against their own party.

During the 55th Congress (1897–1898), William McKinley was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

83

No

5

Did not vote

8

Date

Apr 16, 1898

From Voteview roll call records.