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Senate roll call 98 · 56th Congress · Dec 20, 1900

To ratify the treaty between the United States and great britain regarding the construction of a ship canal and to remove any obstruction which might arise out

On Dec 20, 1900, the Senate voted 55–18. Result: passed. By party: Republicans 47–3, Democrats 12–14, Others 4–5. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 15 members voted against their own party.

During the 56th Congress (1899–1900), William McKinley was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

55

No

18

Did not vote

9

Date

Dec 20, 1900

From Voteview roll call records.