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House roll call 196 · 25th Congress · May 17, 1838

To dispense with further proceedings under a call of the house; motion made during debate on H. R. 762.

On May 17, 1838, the House voted 117–82 (HR 762). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 36–63, Others 80–19, Independents 1–0. 36 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
117
No
82
Did not vote
58
Date
May 17, 1838

By party

  • Democrats36 yes · 63 no · 35 didn’t vote
  • Others80 yes · 19 no · 23 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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