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Senate roll call 83 · 35th Congress · Feb 25, 1858

To amend in the nature of a substitute S. 79 so as to provide that additional regiments be discharged 2 years after passage of this bill.

On Feb 25, 1858, the Senate voted 27–25 (S 79). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 6–24, Republicans 18–0, Others 3–1. 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

27

No

25

Did not vote

21

Date

Feb 25, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.