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House roll call 538 · 35th Congress · Mar 3, 1859

To concur in an amendment to H.R. 713, which provides com-pensation to volunteers employed in florida during 1857, and 1858, who were called into service by req

On Mar 3, 1859, the House voted 98–53 (HR 713). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 63–18, Republicans 27–34, Others 8–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 45 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

98

No

53

Did not vote

94

Date

Mar 3, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.