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House roll call 627 · 26th Congress · Jul 21, 1840

To order engrossment and third reading of H.R. 446, a bill appropriating $55,000 for the protection of commerce on lake michigan by the construction of harbors

On Jul 21, 1840, the House voted 70–57 (HR 446). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 25–43, Others 45–14. 25 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
70
No
57
Did not vote
128
Date
Jul 21, 1840

By party

  • Democrats25 yes · 43 no · 59 didn’t vote
  • Others45 yes · 14 no · 69 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 order engrossment and third reading of…: House Vote, Jul 21, 1840,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/26-H-627/to-order-engrossment-and-third-reading-of-h-r (accessed 2026-10-17).