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Senate roll call 321 · 55th Congress · Jul 6, 1898

To proceed to the consideration of H.R. 7389, a bill limiting to eight hours the daily service of laborers, workmen, and mechanics employed upon public works fo

On Jul 6, 1898, the Senate voted 18–29. Result: failed. By party: Republicans 0–30, Democrats 12–2, Others 7–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 2 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

18

No

29

Did not vote

45

Date

Jul 6, 1898

From Voteview roll call records.