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House roll call 556 · 33rd Congress · Feb 23, 1855

To pass S. 523 (2/24/55) an act to establish a court for the investigation of claims against the United States. (p. 909)

On Feb 23, 1855, the House voted 150–46 (S 523). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 96–37, Others 53–9, Independents 1–0. 37 members voted against their own party.

During the 33rd Congress (1853–1854), Franklin Pierce was president.

Yes
150
No
46
Did not vote
46
Date
Feb 23, 1855

By party

  • Democrats96 yes · 37 no · 26 didn’t vote
  • Others53 yes · 9 no · 20 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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