To amend S. 108 by providing that the commissioners be given power to subpoena and compel the attendance of witnesses regardless of color. (p. 1518-3)

On Apr 3, 1862, the Senate voted 26–10 (S 108). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 26–0, Others 0–6, Democrats 0–4.

During the 37th Congress (1861–1862), Abraham Lincoln was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes: 26
No: 10
Did not vote: 37
Date: Apr 3, 1862

By party

Democrats0 yes · 4 no · 25 didn’t vote
Republicans26 yes · 0 no · 10 didn’t vote
Others0 yes · 6 no · 2 didn’t vote

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To amend S. 108 by providing that the…: Senate Vote, Apr 3, 1862,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/37-S-240/to-amend-s-108-by-providing-that-the-commissioners (accessed 2026-10-17).