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House roll call 27 · 47th Congress · Feb 10, 1882

To pass H.R. 909 (22-stat-97, 5/26/82), a bill suspending the law regulating appointments in the army, and nominating and appointing d.t. Kirby, former captain

On Feb 10, 1882, the House voted 97–63 (HR 909). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 59–19, Republicans 33–43, Others 5–1. It was a split vote: the parties took opposite sides, with some members crossing over. 52 members voted against their own party.

During the 47th Congress (1881–1882), Chester A. Arthur was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes
97
No
63
Did not vote
145
Date
Feb 10, 1882

By party

  • Democrats59 yes · 19 no · 58 didn’t vote
  • Others5 yes · 1 no · 7 didn’t vote
  • Republicans33 yes · 43 no · 79 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 pass H.R. 909 (22-stat-97, 5/26/82), a…: House Vote, Feb 10, 1882,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/47-H-27/to-pass-h-r-909-22-stat-97-5 (accessed 2026-10-17).