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Senate roll call 743 · 37th Congress · Feb 27, 1863

To pass S. 536 (12 stat 796, app. Mar. 3, 1863), an act to incorporate the institution for the education of colored youths in the district of columbia. (p. 132

On Feb 27, 1863, the Senate voted 29–9 (S 536). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 26–0, Democrats 2–5, Others 1–4. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 2 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes

29

No

9

Did not vote

35

Date

Feb 27, 1863

From Voteview roll call records.