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House roll call 516 · 26th Congress · Jul 2, 1840

To amend S. 299, said amendment to revoke charter of district banks for failure to redeem their notes in specie.

On Jul 2, 1840, the House voted 107–76 (S 299). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 99–3, Others 8–73. 3 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
107
No
76
Did not vote
72
Date
Jul 2, 1840

By party

  • Democrats99 yes · 3 no · 25 didn’t vote
  • Others8 yes · 73 no · 47 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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