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House roll call 7 · 35th Congress · Dec 9, 1857

To adopt a resolution to appoint a committee to examine laws relating to printing for the house, and the salary and duties of printer, and until such action and

On Dec 9, 1857, the House voted 91–118. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 1–116, Republicans 82–1, Others 8–1. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides. 2 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

91

No

118

Did not vote

36

Date

Dec 9, 1857

From Voteview roll call records.