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House roll call 43 · 33rd Congress · Jan 30, 1854

To table H.R. 243, a bill providing for protection to the mails on railroads. (p. 298-2)

On Jan 30, 1854, the House voted 57–108 (HR 243). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 45–62, Others 12–46. 45 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
57
No
108
Did not vote
77
Date
Jan 30, 1854

By party

  • Democrats45 yes · 62 no · 52 didn’t vote
  • Others12 yes · 46 no · 24 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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