To put the main question on passage of the resolution to thank the speaker of the house, james r. Polk, for the manner in which he has performed his duties duri

On Mar 2, 1839, the House voted 92–73. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 84–3, Others 8–69, Independents 0–1. 3 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 92
No: 73
Did not vote: 92
Date: Mar 2, 1839

By party

Democrats84 yes · 3 no · 47 didn’t vote
Others8 yes · 69 no · 45 didn’t vote
Independents0 yes · 1 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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