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Senate roll call 274 · 35th Congress · May 24, 1858

To amend S. 396, so as to reduce the amount to be used in engraving the United States bonds to be sold in raising the said loan.

On May 24, 1858, the Senate voted 27–21 (S 396). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 8–21, Republicans 16–0, Others 3–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 8 members voted against their own party.

During the 35th Congress (1857–1858), James Buchanan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

27

No

21

Did not vote

25

Date

May 24, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.