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Senate roll call 48 · 83rd Congress · Jun 24, 1953

S. 1901. Provide for the jurisdiction of the U.S. Over the submerged lands of the outer continental shelf, and authorize the SEC. Of the interior to lease such

On Jun 24, 1953, the Senate voted 45–37 (S 1901). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 36–9, Republicans 13–32, Independents 1–0. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 22 members voted against their own party.

During the 83rd Congress (1953–1954), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

45

No

37

Did not vote

14

Date

Jun 24, 1953

From Voteview roll call records.