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Senate roll call 151 · 65th Congress · Sep 7, 1917

To amend H.R. 4280, by imposing a tax of 10% on individual income in excess of $25,000, and allowing enlisted and drafted men in foreign service, $50 per month,

On Sep 7, 1917, the Senate voted 5–75 (HR 4280). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 3–42, Republicans 2–36. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted no. 5 members voted against their own party.

During the 65th Congress (1917–1918), Woodrow Wilson was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

5

No

75

Did not vote

28

Date

Sep 7, 1917

From Voteview roll call records.