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House roll call 174 · 26th Congress · Mar 2, 1840

To pass S. 179, amendment to reduce the salary of commissioner of pensions from $3,000 to $2,500. (p. 232-1)

On Mar 2, 1840, the House voted 157–8 (S 179). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 92–1, Others 65–7. 1 member voted against their own party.

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

Yes
157
No
8
Did not vote
90
Date
Mar 2, 1840

By party

  • Democrats92 yes · 1 no · 34 didn’t vote
  • Others65 yes · 7 no · 56 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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