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Senate roll call 97 · 65th Congress · Jul 21, 1917

To amend H.R. 4961, by authorizing the President, for duration of war, to fix coal prices through the federal trade commission, and to take over those businesse

On Jul 21, 1917, the Senate voted 72–12 (HR 4961). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 45–1, Republicans 27–11. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 12 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

72

No

12

Did not vote

27

Date

Jul 21, 1917

From Voteview roll call records.