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House roll call 255 · 34th Congress · May 19, 1856

To set aside rules in order to consider a resolution to adjourn this session of Congress on august 5th at 12 noon. (p.1256-3)

On May 19, 1856, the House voted 62–77. Result: failed. By party: Others 17–69, Democrats 45–8. 8 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
62
No
77
Did not vote
99
Date
May 19, 1856

By party

  • Others17 yes · 69 no · 66 didn’t vote
  • Democrats45 yes · 8 no · 32 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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