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Senate roll call 559 · 27th Congress · Jul 29, 1842

To amend S. 233, a bill to regulate enlistments in the naval service of the United States, which amendment provides to prohibit the enlistment of negroes in the

On Jul 29, 1842, the Senate voted 24–16 (HR 4). Result: passed. By party: Others 9–14, Democrats 15–2. 2 members voted against their own party.

During the 27th Congress (1841–1842), John Tyler was president.

Yes

24

No

16

Did not vote

19

Date

Jul 29, 1842

From Voteview roll call records.