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House roll call 374 · 26th Congress · May 19, 1840

To adjourn, motion made during consideration of H.R. 15, a bill to secure the freedom of elections and provide for more faithful administration of patronage.

On May 19, 1840, the House voted 84–61. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 26–54, Others 58–7. 26 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
84
No
61
Did not vote
110
Date
May 19, 1840

By party

  • Democrats26 yes · 54 no · 47 didn’t vote
  • Others58 yes · 7 no · 63 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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