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House roll call 173 · 26th Congress · Mar 2, 1840

To amend S. 179, said amendment to reduce the salary of commissioner of pensions from $3,000 to $2,500. (p. 231-2)

On Mar 2, 1840, the House voted 92–84 (S 179). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 50–50, Others 42–34. 50 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
92
No
84
Did not vote
79
Date
Mar 2, 1840

By party

  • Democrats50 yes · 50 no · 27 didn’t vote
  • Others42 yes · 34 no · 52 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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