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Senate roll call 679 · 35th Congress · Mar 3, 1859

To amend H. R. 713, so as to make appropriation for the payment of florida volunteers called into service in the years 1857 and 1858 by requisition of the presi

On Mar 3, 1859, the Senate voted 34–13 (HR 713). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 30–3, Republicans 3–10, Others 1–0. 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

34

No

13

Did not vote

26

Date

Mar 3, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.