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Senate roll call 80 · 65th Congress · Jul 7, 1917

To amend H.R. 4961, by authorizing the President to limit the use of foods in the production of fermented liquors, and reduction of alcoholic content when essen

On Jul 7, 1917, the Senate voted 34–46 (HR 4961). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 24–22, Republicans 10–27. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 32 members voted against their own party.

During the 65th Congress (1917–1918), Woodrow Wilson was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

34

No

46

Did not vote

28

Date

Jul 7, 1917

From Voteview roll call records.