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Senate roll call 257 · 47th Congress · Jan 31, 1882

To agree to an amendment to S. 46 directing the secretary of treasury to use all funds now in the treasury for redemption of United States notes in excess of $1

On Jan 31, 1882, the Senate voted 33–29 (S 46). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 30–2, Republicans 4–27, Independents 1–0, Others 0–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 6 members voted against their own party.

During the 47th Congress (1881–1882), Chester A. Arthur was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

33

No

29

Did not vote

18

Date

Jan 31, 1882

From Voteview roll call records.