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Senate roll call 23 · 65th Congress · Apr 28, 1917

To amend S. 1871, by authorizing the President and SEC. Of navy to call into service of U.S. For the term of present war, 3 or more additional regiments of mou

On Apr 28, 1917, the Senate voted 53–25 (S 1871). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 16–23, Republicans 37–2. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 18 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

53

No

25

Did not vote

33

Date

Apr 28, 1917

From Voteview roll call records.