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House roll call 278 · 27th Congress · Dec 14, 1841

To dispense with further proceedings under the call in reference to absent members, motion made during debate on the resolution relating to appointment of commi

On Dec 14, 1841, the House voted 90–90. Result: failed. By party: Others 75–28, Democrats 15–61, Independents 0–1. 15 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
90
No
90
Did not vote
76
Date
Dec 14, 1841

By party

  • Democrats15 yes · 61 no · 29 didn’t vote
  • Others75 yes · 28 no · 47 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

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 dispense with further proceedings under…: House Vote, Dec 14, 1841,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/27-H-278/to-dispense-with-further-proceedings-under-the-call-in (accessed 2026-10-17).