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Senate roll call 119 · 34th Congress · Jul 21, 1856

To pass S. 36, a bill making appropriations for the construction of a harbor at marquette, on lake superior, michigan. (globe reads, to order engrossment and TH

On Jul 21, 1856, the Senate voted 21–12 (S 36). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 7–10, Others 14–2. 7 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
21
No
12
Did not vote
31
Date
Jul 21, 1856

By party

  • Democrats7 yes · 10 no · 22 didn’t vote
  • Others14 yes · 2 no · 8 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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