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House roll call 39 · 34th Congress · Jan 9, 1856

To table resolution that j. L. Orr be temporary chairman until a speaker is elected. (p.186-1)

On Jan 9, 1856, the House voted 100–98. Result: passed. By party: Others 96–31, Democrats 4–67. 4 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
100
No
98
Did not vote
40
Date
Jan 9, 1856

By party

  • Others96 yes · 31 no · 25 didn’t vote
  • Democrats4 yes · 67 no · 14 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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