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House roll call 382 · 34th Congress · Aug 1, 1856

To pass a resolution providing that john w whitfield is not entitled to a seat in this house as a delegate from the territory of kansas. (p.1873-2)

On Aug 1, 1856, the House voted 110–92. Result: passed. By party: Others 102–30, Democrats 8–62. 8 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
110
No
92
Did not vote
36
Date
Aug 1, 1856

By party

  • Others102 yes · 30 no · 20 didn’t vote
  • Democrats8 yes · 62 no · 15 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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