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House roll call 702 · 34th Congress · Mar 2, 1857

To pass H. R. 308, an appropriation for the removal of impediments to the navigation of the mississippi river, by contract. (p.965-3)

On Mar 2, 1857, the House voted 105–68 (HR 308). Result: passed. By party: Others 97–15, Democrats 8–53. 8 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
105
No
68
Did not vote
65
Date
Mar 2, 1857

By party

  • Others97 yes · 15 no · 40 didn’t vote
  • Democrats8 yes · 53 no · 24 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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