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Senate roll call 371 · 33rd Congress · Dec 21, 1854

To amend the bill S. 523 (2-24-1855), to establish a court for the investigation of claims against the U.S., by providing that the term of office for its judges

On Dec 21, 1854, the Senate voted 16–24 (S 523). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 10–13, Others 6–11. 10 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
16
No
24
Did not vote
30
Date
Dec 21, 1854

By party

  • Democrats10 yes · 13 no · 19 didn’t vote
  • Others6 yes · 11 no · 11 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each senator voted: Yes

How each senator voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To amend the bill S. 523 (2-24-1855), to…: Senate Vote, Dec 21, 1854,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/33-S-371/to-amend-the-bill-s-523-2-24-1855 (accessed 2026-10-17).