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House roll call 280 · 26th Congress · Apr 6, 1840

To introduce a bill vesting the approintment of district attorneys and marshalls of the U.S. To certain courts. (p. 307-2)

On Apr 6, 1840, the House voted 60–65. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 10–62, Others 50–3. 10 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
60
No
65
Did not vote
130
Date
Apr 6, 1840

By party

  • Democrats10 yes · 62 no · 55 didn’t vote
  • Others50 yes · 3 no · 75 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 introduce a bill vesting the approintment…: House Vote, Apr 6, 1840,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/26-H-280/to-introduce-a-bill-vesting-the-approintment-of-district (accessed 2026-10-17).