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Senate roll call 651 · 35th Congress · Mar 1, 1859

To amend H. R. 872, so as to establish six years of mail service from ST. Paul, minnesota and the head of lake superior in wisconsin to seattle in the territory

On Mar 1, 1859, the Senate voted 33–4 (HR 872). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 20–3, Republicans 12–0, Others 1–1. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 3 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

33

No

4

Did not vote

36

Date

Mar 1, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.