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House roll call 7 · 33rd Congress · Dec 8, 1853

To table a resolution which provides for a librarian for the house, and specifies the duties and salaries of the position. (p. 22-2)

On Dec 8, 1853, the House voted 94–108. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 84–53, Others 10–55. 53 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
94
No
108
Did not vote
40
Date
Dec 8, 1853

By party

  • Democrats84 yes · 53 no · 22 didn’t vote
  • Others10 yes · 55 no · 17 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 table a resolution which provides for a…: House Vote, Dec 8, 1853,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/33-H-7/to-table-a-resolution-which-provides-for-a-librarian (accessed 2026-10-15).