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House roll call 587 · 33rd Congress · Mar 3, 1855

To pass S. 549 (3/3/55), an act making appropriations for the improvement of the savannah river in georgia. (p. 1152-3)

On Mar 3, 1855, the House voted 85–59 (S 549). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 37–50, Others 48–9. 37 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
85
No
59
Did not vote
98
Date
Mar 3, 1855

By party

  • Democrats37 yes · 50 no · 72 didn’t vote
  • Others48 yes · 9 no · 25 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. 549 (3/3/55), an act making…: House Vote, Mar 3, 1855,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/33-H-587/to-pass-s-549-3-3-55-an-act (accessed 2026-10-16).

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