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House roll call 159 · 25th Congress · May 1, 1838

To adjourn; motion made during consideration of the report of the select committee concerning the death of hon. J. Cilley.

On May 1, 1838, the House voted 60–67. Result: failed. By party: Others 50–16, Democrats 9–51, Independents 1–0. 9 members voted against their own party.

During the 25th Congress (1837–1838), Martin Van Buren was president.

Yes
60
No
67
Did not vote
130
Date
May 1, 1838

By party

  • Democrats9 yes · 51 no · 74 didn’t vote
  • Others50 yes · 16 no · 56 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

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 adjourn; motion made during consideration…: House Vote, May 1, 1838,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/25-H-159/to-adjourn-motion-made-during-consideration-of-the-report (accessed 2026-10-17).