To order engrossment and third reading of S. 92, a bill making appropriations for the improvement of milwaukee harbor. No quorum voting.

On Jul 23, 1856, the Senate voted 14–3 (S 92). Result: passed. By party: Others 8–1, Democrats 6–2. 2 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 14
No: 3
Did not vote: 47
Date: Jul 23, 1856

By party

Democrats6 yes · 2 no · 31 didn’t vote
Others8 yes · 1 no · 15 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

Asa Biggs D-NC voted no
David Settle Reid D-NC voted no

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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