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House roll call 486 · 38th Congress · Feb 2, 1865

To pass H.R. 322, a bill to construct a ship canal for the passage of armed and naval vessels from the mississippi river to lake michigan, and for other purpose

On Feb 2, 1865, the House voted 77–68 (HR 322). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 52–18, Democrats 15–40, Others 10–10. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 33 members voted against their own party.

During the 38th Congress (1863–1864), Abraham Lincoln was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes

77

No

68

Did not vote

42

Date

Feb 2, 1865

From Voteview roll call records.