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Senate roll call 611 · 35th Congress · Feb 24, 1859

To amend an amendment to H. R. 874, by striking from proposed amendment the section which fixes postal rates per half ounce for more or less than 3000 miles, an

On Feb 24, 1859, the Senate voted 19–27 (HR 874). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 4–27, Republicans 16–0, Others 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 4 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

27

Did not vote

25

Date

Feb 24, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.