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House roll call 40 · 55th Congress · Dec 16, 1897

To pass S. 2612, (app dec. 29, 1897, 30 stat 226), a bill prohibiting the killing of fur seals in the waters of the north pacific. (p. 214-2)

On Dec 16, 1897, the House voted 148–78 (S 2612). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 85–37, Democrats 57–32, Others 6–9. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 69 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

148

No

78

Did not vote

145

Date

Dec 16, 1897

From Voteview roll call records.