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House roll call 237 · 25th Congress · Jun 7, 1838

To suspend the rules, in order to receive the resolution to suspend, for two years, that part of the act of 1836 which prohibits the receipt of bills of specie

On Jun 7, 1838, the House voted 96–91. Result: passed. By party: Others 82–13, Democrats 13–78, Independents 1–0. 13 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
96
No
91
Did not vote
70
Date
Jun 7, 1838

By party

  • Democrats13 yes · 78 no · 43 didn’t vote
  • Others82 yes · 13 no · 27 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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