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House roll call 272 · 27th Congress · Dec 10, 1841

To postpone the election of a chaplain until next monday. (p. 11-3)

On Dec 10, 1841, the House voted 102–94. Result: passed. By party: Others 92–21, Democrats 10–73. 10 members voted against their own party.

During the 27th Congress (1841–1842), John Tyler was president.

Yes
102
No
94
Did not vote
60
Date
Dec 10, 1841

By party

  • Democrats10 yes · 73 no · 22 didn’t vote
  • Others92 yes · 21 no · 37 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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