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Senate roll call 7 · 55th Congress · Mar 31, 1897

To table the amendment to article II of treaty, which amendment provides for striking out "100,000 pounds" and substituting in lieu thereof "$500,000", making a

On Mar 31, 1897, the Senate voted 38–22. Result: passed. By party: Republicans 28–1, Democrats 9–14, Others 1–7. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 10 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

38

No

22

Did not vote

36

Date

Mar 31, 1897

From Voteview roll call records.