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House roll call 573 · 33rd Congress · Feb 28, 1855

To amend S. 511, by striking a prohibition against granting land to soldiers who were called out for the service of any state and who were refused by the author

On Feb 28, 1855, the House voted 93–74 (S 511). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 40–65, Others 53–9. 40 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
93
No
74
Did not vote
75
Date
Feb 28, 1855

By party

  • Democrats40 yes · 65 no · 54 didn’t vote
  • Others53 yes · 9 no · 20 didn’t vote

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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Capitol Receipts, “To amend S. 511, by striking a prohibition…: House Vote, Feb 28, 1855,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/33-H-573/to-amend-s-511-by-striking-a-prohibition-against (accessed 2026-10-17).