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House roll call 461 · 33rd Congress · Dec 12, 1854

To pass S. 393 (12-14-54), an act for the better preservation of life and property from vessels shipwrecked on the coast of the U.S. (p. 32-3)

On Dec 12, 1854, the House voted 126–45 (S 393). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 66–43, Others 60–2. 43 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
126
No
45
Did not vote
71
Date
Dec 12, 1854

By party

  • Democrats66 yes · 43 no · 50 didn’t vote
  • Others60 yes · 2 no · 20 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 pass S. 393 (12-14-54), an act for the…: House Vote, Dec 12, 1854,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/33-H-461/to-pass-s-393-12-14-54-an-act (accessed 2026-10-17).

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