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Senate roll call 153 · 87th Congress · Aug 23, 1961

S. 1991. Manpower development and training act. Morse motion to table motion to reconsider CQ 152. Passed. Yea supports President's position.

On Aug 23, 1961, the Senate voted 47–40 (S 1991). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 51–13, Republicans 3–31. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 16 members voted against their own party.

During the 87th Congress (1961–1962), John F. Kennedy was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
47
No
40
Did not vote
5
Date
Aug 23, 1961

By party

  • Democrats51 yes · 13 no · 1 didn’t vote
  • Republicans3 yes · 31 no · 4 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Voted present

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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