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Senate roll call 49 · 65th Congress · May 14, 1917

To amend H.R. 291, by placing embargoes on exports, intended for consumption of countries at peace with the U.S., unless required for domestic or war purposes,

On May 14, 1917, the Senate voted 9–67 (HR 291). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 2–42, Republicans 7–25. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted no. 9 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

9

No

67

Did not vote

35

Date

May 14, 1917

From Voteview roll call records.