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House roll call 279 · 26th Congress · Apr 6, 1840

To suspend the rules in order to consider a resol. For the amendment to the U.S. Constitution in relation to the election of President and vice President of the

On Apr 6, 1840, the House voted 71–61. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 14–57, Others 57–4. 14 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
71
No
61
Did not vote
123
Date
Apr 6, 1840

By party

  • Democrats14 yes · 57 no · 56 didn’t vote
  • Others57 yes · 4 no · 67 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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