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Senate roll call 174 · 65th Congress · Oct 4, 1917

To amend H.R. 5723, by providing that rate of pension to widows of those who served in civil war, spanish-american war, and philippine insurrection shall be $25

On Oct 4, 1917, the Senate voted 35–32 (HR 5723). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 5–32, Republicans 32–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 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

35

No

32

Did not vote

42

Date

Oct 4, 1917

From Voteview roll call records.