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House roll call 339 · 34th Congress · Jul 18, 1856

To pass a resolution that william archer was elected and is entitled to a seat in this house from illinois. (p.1668-1)

On Jul 18, 1856, the House voted 89–91. Result: failed. By party: Others 87–30, Democrats 2–61. 2 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
89
No
91
Did not vote
58
Date
Jul 18, 1856

By party

  • Others87 yes · 30 no · 35 didn’t vote
  • Democrats2 yes · 61 no · 22 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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