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House roll call 462 · 35th Congress · Feb 16, 1859

To table H.R. 876, a bill to provide temporary government for territory of arizona and to create office of surveyorgeneral therein. (p. 1065-1,2)

On Feb 16, 1859, the House voted 121–79 (HR 876). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 35–67, Republicans 82–3, Others 4–9. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 38 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

121

No

79

Did not vote

45

Date

Feb 16, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.