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Senate roll call 388 · 35th Congress · Jun 10, 1858

To amend H. R. 556 by fixing rate of postage at 5 cents for any distance under 3000 miles and 10 cents for any distance over 3000 miles, effective after june 30

On Jun 10, 1858, the Senate voted 19–15 (HR 556). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 19–6, Republicans 0–9. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 6 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

19

No

15

Did not vote

39

Date

Jun 10, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.