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Senate roll call 308 · 71st Congress · Apr 21, 1930

To amend S. 51, by suspending all immigration into the country for a period of 5 years, except for certain people who are not under the quota. (p. 7327-1,7329-

On Apr 21, 1930, the Senate voted 29–37 (S 51). Result: failed. By party: Republicans 8–31, Democrats 21–6, Others 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 14 members voted against their own party.

During the 71st Congress (1929–1930), Herbert Hoover was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

29

No

37

Did not vote

42

Date

Apr 21, 1930

From Voteview roll call records.