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House roll call 172 · 25th Congress · May 7, 1838

To amend the resolution concerning the death of hon. J. Cilley, to provide that if a member proved to be involved in said death, the committee shall not proceed

On May 7, 1838, the House voted 79–82. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 6–77, Others 72–5, Independents 1–0. 6 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
79
No
82
Did not vote
96
Date
May 7, 1838

By party

  • Democrats6 yes · 77 no · 51 didn’t vote
  • Others72 yes · 5 no · 45 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 amend the resolution concerning the death…: House Vote, May 7, 1838,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/25-H-172/to-amend-the-resolution-concerning-the-death-of-hon (accessed 2026-10-17).