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Senate roll call 59 · 85th Congress · Jun 21, 1957

S. 555. Authorize federal construction of hells canyon dam. Passed. Yea supports President's position.

On Jun 21, 1957, the Senate voted 45–38 (S 555). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 43–6, Republicans 7–39. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 13 members voted against their own party.

During the 85th Congress (1957–1958), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

45

No

38

Did not vote

6

Date

Jun 21, 1957

From Voteview roll call records.