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Senate roll call 78 · 35th Congress · Feb 18, 1858

To adjourn.

On Feb 18, 1858, the Senate voted 27–16. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 11–14, Republicans 13–2, Others 3–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 13 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

16

Did not vote

30

Date

Feb 18, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.