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House roll call 686 · 34th Congress · Feb 28, 1857

To pass H. R. 850, to protect the people against corrupt and secret influence in matters of legislation. (p.953-3)

On Feb 28, 1857, the House voted 104–88 (HR 850). Result: passed. By party: Others 55–71, Democrats 50–17, Republicans 0–1. 17 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
104
No
88
Did not vote
44
Date
Feb 28, 1857

By party

  • Others55 yes · 71 no · 26 didn’t vote
  • Democrats50 yes · 17 no · 18 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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Capitol Receipts, “To pass H. R. 850, to protect the people…: House Vote, Feb 28, 1857,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/34-H-686/to-pass-h-r-850-to-protect-the-people (accessed 2026-10-17).

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