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House roll call 116 · 35th Congress · Mar 12, 1858

To table appeal from decision of the chair relating to MR. Harris' contention that there exists a question of privilege. (p. 1075-2)

On Mar 12, 1858, the House voted 109–111. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 102–16, Republicans 0–88, Others 7–7. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 16 members voted against their own party.

During the 35th Congress (1857–1858), James Buchanan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

109

No

111

Did not vote

25

Date

Mar 12, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.