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House roll call 218 · 25th Congress · May 29, 1838

To pass S. 270, to extend the charters of the existing banks in the district of columbia.

On May 29, 1838, the House voted 130–45 (S 270). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 63–30, Others 66–15, Independents 1–0. 30 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
130
No
45
Did not vote
82
Date
May 29, 1838

By party

  • Democrats63 yes · 30 no · 41 didn’t vote
  • Others66 yes · 15 no · 41 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 pass S. 270, to extend the charters of…: House Vote, May 29, 1838,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/25-H-218/to-pass-s-270-to-extend-the-charters-of (accessed 2026-10-17).