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Senate roll call 83 · 85th Congress · Aug 9, 1957

S. 1869. Authorize TVA to finance construction of new power facilities by issuing revenue bonds. Amendment to bar issue or sale of TVA bonds and use of bond r

On Aug 9, 1957, the Senate voted 37–46 (S 1869). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 7–37, Republicans 33–11. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 18 members voted against their own party.

During the 85th Congress (1957–1958), Dwight D. Eisenhower was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

37

No

46

Did not vote

6

Date

Aug 9, 1957

From Voteview roll call records.