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Senate roll call 156 · 75th Congress · Jun 2, 1938

To amend H.J. RES. 679, by adding a provision prohibiting any person compensated funds appropriated in this bill from using his official authority or influence

On Jun 2, 1938, the Senate voted 37–40 (HJR 679). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 24–41, Republicans 12–0, Others 2–0, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 24 members voted against their own party.

During the 75th Congress (1937–1938), Franklin D. Roosevelt was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

37

No

40

Did not vote

16

Date

Jun 2, 1938

From Voteview roll call records.