S RES 231. Lucas motion to table wherry appeal from decision of the chair on question of order that motion to recommit w/instructions not in order.

On Jul 20, 1950, the Senate voted 46–37 (SRE 231). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 48–0, Republicans 0–37. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides.

During the 81st Congress (1949–1950), Harry S. Truman was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes: 46
No: 37
Date: Jul 20, 1950

By party

Democrats48 yes · 0 no
Republicans0 yes · 37 no

Who broke with their party

Every member who voted sided with their party's majority.

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Voted present

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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