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Senate roll call 89 · 87th Congress · Jul 11, 1961

S. 1154. Educational and cultural exchange act. Fulbright amendment that members of commission on international education and cultural affairs be appointed on

On Jul 11, 1961, the Senate voted 56–34 (S 1154). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 57–6, Republicans 6–30. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 12 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
56
No
34
Did not vote
5
Date
Jul 11, 1961

By party

  • Democrats57 yes · 6 no · 1 didn’t vote
  • Republicans6 yes · 30 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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Capitol Receipts, “S. 1154. Educational and cultural exchange…: Senate Vote, Jul 11, 1961,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/87-S-89/s-1154-educational-and-cultural-exchange-act-fulbright-amendment (accessed 2026-10-17).

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