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House roll call 184 · 25th Congress · May 12, 1838

To suspend the rules in order to refer H. R. 762 to committee.

On May 12, 1838, the House voted 69–106 (HR 762). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 14–75, Others 55–31. 14 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
69
No
106
Did not vote
82
Date
May 12, 1838

By party

  • Democrats14 yes · 75 no · 45 didn’t vote
  • Others55 yes · 31 no · 36 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 suspend the rules in order to refer H. R…: House Vote, May 12, 1838,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/25-H-184/to-suspend-the-rules-in-order-to-refer-h (accessed 2026-10-17).