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Senate roll call 898 · 47th Congress · Feb 20, 1883

To amend H.R. 5538 by increasing the duty on champagne and other sparkling wines from $6. Per dozen bottles to $7. Per dozen bottles containing not more than on

On Feb 20, 1883, the Senate voted 31–21 (HR 5538). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 19–7, Democrats 11–14, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 18 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

31

No

21

Did not vote

31

Date

Feb 20, 1883

From Voteview roll call records.