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Senate roll call 694 · 35th Congress · Mar 3, 1859

To proceed to consideration of H. R. 550 (11 stat. 423, app. 3/3/1859), a bill to make appropriations for lighthouses, light boats, buoys, etc., and to provide

On Mar 3, 1859, the Senate voted 28–20 (HR 550). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 7–19, Republicans 18–0, Others 3–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 7 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

28

No

20

Did not vote

25

Date

Mar 3, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.