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House roll call 649 · 27th Congress · Jul 18, 1842

To pass H.R. 257, (8-4-42), providing for the armed occupation and settlement of the unoccupied peninsula of florida. (p. 574-3,766-1)

On Jul 18, 1842, the House voted 83–51 (HR 257). Result: passed. By party: Others 23–51, Democrats 60–0.

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

Yes
83
No
51
Did not vote
122
Date
Jul 18, 1842

By party

  • Democrats60 yes · 0 no · 45 didn’t vote
  • Others23 yes · 51 no · 76 didn’t vote

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 pass H.R. 257, (8-4-42), providing for…: House Vote, Jul 18, 1842,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/27-H-649/to-pass-h-r-257-8-4-42-providing (accessed 2026-10-17).