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Senate roll call 655 · 35th Congress · Mar 1, 1859

To concur in amendment to H. R. 872, as made in the committee of the whole which provides that after july 1, 1859, the rates of postage for letters, for each 1/

On Mar 1, 1859, the Senate voted 27–22 (HR 872). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 26–5, Republicans 0–17, Others 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 5 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

22

Did not vote

24

Date

Mar 1, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.