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House roll call 487 · 38th Congress · Feb 2, 1865

To table 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 purpos

On Feb 2, 1865, the House voted 77–63 (HR 322). Result: passed. By party: Republicans 54–15, Democrats 12–38, Others 11–10. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 27 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

63

Did not vote

47

Date

Feb 2, 1865

From Voteview roll call records.