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House roll call 206 · 35th Congress · May 12, 1858

To pass S. 82, an act to amend an act relating to half-breed lands in territory of minnesota. (p. 2090-1)

On May 12, 1858, the House voted 124–38 (S 82). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 44–33, Republicans 75–1, Others 5–4. It was a bipartisan vote: majorities of both parties voted yes. 34 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
124
No
38
Did not vote
83
Date
May 12, 1858

By party

  • Democrats44 yes · 33 no · 58 didn’t vote
  • Republicans75 yes · 1 no · 17 didn’t vote
  • Others5 yes · 4 no · 8 didn’t vote

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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