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House roll call 340 · 35th Congress · Jun 12, 1858

To pass H.R. 550, (11 stat. 423, app. 3-3-59), a bill to appropriate and to provide for erection and establishment of light-houses, light boats, etc. And for ot

On Jun 12, 1858, the House voted 99–61 (HR 550). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 33–52, Republicans 64–6, Others 2–4. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 39 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

99

No

61

Did not vote

84

Date

Jun 12, 1858

From Voteview roll call records.