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House roll call 220 · 34th Congress · May 5, 1856

To pass S. 1, making appropriations for deepening the channel over the ST. Clair flats, in the state of michigan. (p.1106-2)

On May 5, 1856, the House voted 108–40 (S 1). Result: passed. By party: Others 97–6, Democrats 11–34. 11 members voted against their own party.

During the 34th Congress (1855–1856), Franklin Pierce was president.

Yes
108
No
40
Did not vote
90
Date
May 5, 1856

By party

  • Others97 yes · 6 no · 49 didn’t vote
  • Democrats11 yes · 34 no · 40 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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