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House roll call 236 · 34th Congress · May 12, 1856

To pass S. 2, making an appropriation for deepening the channel over the flats of ST. Mary's river, in the state of michigan. (p.1193-1)

On May 12, 1856, the House voted 89–46 (S 2). Result: passed. By party: Others 80–5, Democrats 9–41. 9 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
89
No
46
Did not vote
103
Date
May 12, 1856

By party

  • Others80 yes · 5 no · 67 didn’t vote
  • Democrats9 yes · 41 no · 35 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. 2, making an appropriation for…: House Vote, May 12, 1856,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/34-H-236/to-pass-s-2-making-an-appropriation-for-deepening (accessed 2026-10-16).

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