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Senate roll call 147 · 29th Congress · Jul 11, 1846

To order engrossment and third reading of S. 156, a bill to aid elizabeth hamilton, widow of alexander hamilton, in the publication of certain papers of her lat

On Jul 11, 1846, the Senate voted 27–13 (S 156). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 10–13, Others 17–0. 10 members voted against their own party.

During the 29th Congress (1845–1846), James K. Polk was president.

Yes
27
No
13
Did not vote
24
Date
Jul 11, 1846

By party

  • Democrats10 yes · 13 no · 14 didn’t vote
  • Others17 yes · 0 no · 10 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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