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House roll call 141 · 26th Congress · Feb 24, 1840

To adopt a resolution authorizing the committee on elections to send for persons and papers referring to the contested elections from the third congressional di

On Feb 24, 1840, the House voted 135–50. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 102–2, Others 33–48. 2 members voted against their own party.

During the 26th Congress (1839–1840), Martin Van Buren was president.

Yes
135
No
50
Did not vote
70
Date
Feb 24, 1840

By party

  • Democrats102 yes · 2 no · 23 didn’t vote
  • Others33 yes · 48 no · 47 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 adopt a resolution authorizing the…: House Vote, Feb 24, 1840,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/26-H-141/to-adopt-a-resolution-authorizing-the-committee-on-elections (accessed 2026-10-17).