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House roll call 510 · 33rd Congress · Feb 1, 1855

To pass S. 60 (2/17/55), authorizing the construction of a telegraph line from the mississippi rover to the pacific ocean. (p. 503-3)

On Feb 1, 1855, the House voted 110–70 (S 60). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 47–66, Others 63–4. 47 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
110
No
70
Did not vote
62
Date
Feb 1, 1855

By party

  • Democrats47 yes · 66 no · 46 didn’t vote
  • Others63 yes · 4 no · 15 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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