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House roll call 123 · 55th Congress · Jun 8, 1898

To adjourn during debate on H.R. 10550, a bill enabling volunteer soldiers during war with spain to vote at congressional elections. (p. 5667-1)

On Jun 8, 1898, the House voted 88–82 (HR 10550). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 26–73, Democrats 53–9, Others 9–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 35 members voted against their own party.

During the 55th Congress (1897–1898), William McKinley was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

88

No

82

Did not vote

201

Date

Jun 8, 1898

From Voteview roll call records.