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Senate roll call 397 · 63rd Congress · Sep 1, 1914

To amend H. R. 15657, by obviating the strict requirements of the law and permitting common carriers, in case of emergency, to purchase materials and supplies w

On Sep 1, 1914, the Senate voted 21–34 (HR 15657). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 4–31, Republicans 17–2, 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 63rd Congress (1913–1914), Woodrow Wilson was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

21

No

34

Did not vote

46

Date

Sep 1, 1914

From Voteview roll call records.