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Senate roll call 270 · 72nd Congress · Feb 16, 1933

To amend, in the nature of a substitute, S.J. RES. 211, by prohibiting the consumption of intoxicating liquors on premises where sold, and prohibiting transport

On Feb 16, 1933, the Senate voted 38–46 (SJR 211). Result: failed. By party: Republicans 26–18, Democrats 14–29, Others 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 32 members voted against their own party.

During the 72nd Congress (1931–1932), Herbert Hoover was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
38
No
46
Did not vote
15
Date
Feb 16, 1933

By party

  • Democrats14 yes · 29 no · 9 didn’t vote
  • Republicans26 yes · 18 no · 6 didn’t vote
  • Others0 yes · 1 no

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To amend, in the nature of a substitute…: Senate Vote, Feb 16, 1933,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/72-S-270/to-amend-in-the-nature-of-a-substitute-s (accessed 2026-10-17).

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