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Senate roll call 578 · 35th Congress · Feb 18, 1859

To pass H. R. 395 (11 stat. 563, app. 2/23/1859), a bill to place the name of david watson of georgia upon the list of invalid pensioners, to commence feb. 15,

On Feb 18, 1859, the Senate voted 26–18 (HR 395). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 14–16, Republicans 11–1, Others 1–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 15 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

26

No

18

Did not vote

29

Date

Feb 18, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.