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House roll call 297 · 26th Congress · Apr 23, 1840

To adopt a resolution requesting the abolishment of the committee of public expendiutres. (p. 352-2)

On Apr 23, 1840, the House voted 6–149. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 5–77, Others 1–72. 5 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
6
No
149
Did not vote
100
Date
Apr 23, 1840

By party

  • Democrats5 yes · 77 no · 45 didn’t vote
  • Others1 yes · 72 no · 55 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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