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House roll call 265 · 34th Congress · May 21, 1856

To table the resolution to close debate on H. R. 153, making appropriations for the support of the army for the 1857 fiscal year. (p.1277-1)

On May 21, 1856, the House voted 75–54 (HR 153). Result: passed. By party: Others 71–14, Democrats 4–40. 4 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
75
No
54
Did not vote
109
Date
May 21, 1856

By party

  • Others71 yes · 14 no · 67 didn’t vote
  • Democrats4 yes · 40 no · 41 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 table the resolution to close debate on…: House Vote, May 21, 1856,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/34-H-265/to-table-the-resolution-to-close-debate-on-h (accessed 2026-10-16).

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