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House roll call 16 · 33rd Congress · Dec 20, 1853

To table H.J.RES. 6, a resolution providing for the purchase of MT. Vernon. (p. 52-2)

On Dec 20, 1853, the House voted 88–85 (HJR 6). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 81–36, Others 7–49. 36 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
88
No
85
Did not vote
69
Date
Dec 20, 1853

By party

  • Democrats81 yes · 36 no · 42 didn’t vote
  • Others7 yes · 49 no · 26 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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