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House roll call 13 · 33rd Congress · Dec 13, 1853

To table a resolution which provides for the passing of an act for the immediate commencement and early completion of the pacific railroad through the territori

On Dec 13, 1853, the House voted 119–68. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 108–15, Others 11–53. 15 members voted against their own party.

During the 33rd Congress (1853–1854), Franklin Pierce was president.

Yes
119
No
68
Did not vote
55
Date
Dec 13, 1853

By party

  • Democrats108 yes · 15 no · 36 didn’t vote
  • Others11 yes · 53 no · 18 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To table a resolution which provides for the…: House Vote, Dec 13…,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/33-H-13/to-table-a-resolution-which-provides-for-the-passing (accessed 2026-10-13).

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