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House roll call 548 · 35th Congress · Mar 3, 1859

To pass S. 577, an act for the relief of sheldon mcknight. (p. 1684-2)

On Mar 3, 1859, the House voted 89–86 (S 577). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 21–68, Republicans 62–12, Others 6–6. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 33 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

89

No

86

Did not vote

70

Date

Mar 3, 1859

From Voteview roll call records.