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Senate roll call 109 · 61st Congress · Jul 7, 1909

To amend H. R. 1438, by reducing the duty on (common writing) paper, not exceeding 15 pounds per ream, 2 cents per pound, and 10% ad valorem, weighing more than

On Jul 7, 1909, the Senate voted 34–40 (HR 1438). Result: failed. By party: Republicans 12–40, Democrats 24–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 12 members voted against their own party.

During the 61st Congress (1909–1910), William Howard Taft was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

34

No

40

Did not vote

27

Date

Jul 7, 1909

From Voteview roll call records.