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House roll call 578 · 34th Congress · Jan 20, 1857

To pass H. R. 415, a bill to make an appropriation for the construction of a penitentiary in the territory of nebraska. (p.390-3)

On Jan 20, 1857, the House voted 92–76 (HR 415). Result: passed. By party: Others 71–36, Democrats 21–39, Republicans 0–1. 21 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
92
No
76
Did not vote
70
Date
Jan 20, 1857

By party

  • Others71 yes · 36 no · 45 didn’t vote
  • Democrats21 yes · 39 no · 25 didn’t vote
  • Republicans0 yes · 1 no

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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