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Senate roll call 22 · 65th Congress · Apr 28, 1917

To amend S. 1871, by authorizing the President to raise and maintain by voluntary enlistment of men over 25 years at time of enlistment, no more than 4 infantry

On Apr 28, 1917, the Senate voted 56–31 (S 1871). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 20–27, Republicans 37–4. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 24 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

56

No

31

Did not vote

23

Date

Apr 28, 1917

From Voteview roll call records.