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House roll call 96 · 26th Congress · Jan 28, 1840

To amend the rules of the house by excluding any matter requesting the abolition of slavery or slave trade in any state. (&. 150-1)

On Jan 28, 1840, the House voted 115–105. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 73–39, Others 42–66. 39 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
115
No
105
Did not vote
35
Date
Jan 28, 1840

By party

  • Democrats73 yes · 39 no · 15 didn’t vote
  • Others42 yes · 66 no · 20 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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