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House roll call 533 · 35th Congress · Mar 3, 1859

To adopt H.J.RES. 34, which relates to compensation for services of such members of Congress as shall die during terms of service. (p. 1671-3)

On Mar 3, 1859, the House voted 99–55 (HJR 34). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 35–45, Republicans 59–6, Others 5–4. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 41 members voted against their own party.

During the 35th Congress (1857–1858), James Buchanan was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
99
No
55
Did not vote
91
Date
Mar 3, 1859

By party

  • Democrats35 yes · 45 no · 55 didn’t vote
  • Republicans59 yes · 6 no · 28 didn’t vote
  • Others5 yes · 4 no · 8 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 adopt H.J.RES. 34, which relates to…: House Vote, Mar 3, 1859,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/35-H-533/to-adopt-h-j-res-34-which-relates-to (accessed 2026-10-17).