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Senate roll call 144 · 75th Congress · Apr 14, 1938

To amend S. 847, relating to the political activities of federal employees, by eliminating elective officers and presidential advisors appointed with the approv

On Apr 14, 1938, the Senate voted 19–39 (S 847). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 9–43, Republicans 12–0, Others 2–0, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 9 members voted against their own party.

During the 75th Congress (1937–1938), Franklin D. Roosevelt was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
19
No
39
Did not vote
29
Date
Apr 14, 1938

By party

  • Democrats9 yes · 43 no · 24 didn’t vote
  • Republicans12 yes · 0 no · 4 didn’t vote
  • Others2 yes · 0 no · 1 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Voted present

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To amend S. 847, relating to the political…: Senate Vote, Apr 14, 1938,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/75-S-144/to-amend-s-847-relating-to-the-political-activities (accessed 2026-10-17).