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House roll call 276 · 34th Congress · May 27, 1856

To amend H. R. 172, so that a railroad from the south shore of lake superior to the northern line of wisconsin be constructed, there to join with a line under c

On May 27, 1856, the House voted 86–53 (HR 172). Result: passed. By party: Others 65–28, Democrats 22–26. 22 members voted against their own party.

During the 34th Congress (1855–1856), Franklin Pierce was president.

Yes
86
No
53
Did not vote
97
Date
May 27, 1856

By party

  • Others65 yes · 28 no · 59 didn’t vote
  • Democrats22 yes · 26 no · 37 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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