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House roll call 171 · 28th Congress · Mar 15, 1844

To pass H.R. 86, a bill for the relief of WM. Ellery owner of the fishing schooner "sevo" and "ida", both of gloucester, mass. And others. (p. 393-1)

On Mar 15, 1844, the House voted 72–69 (HR 86). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 22–65, Others 50–4. 22 members voted against their own party.

During the 28th Congress (1843–1844), John Tyler was president.

Yes
72
No
69
Did not vote
93
Date
Mar 15, 1844

By party

  • Others50 yes · 4 no · 30 didn’t vote
  • Democrats22 yes · 65 no · 63 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 pass H.R. 86, a bill for the relief of…: House Vote, Mar 15, 1844,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/28-H-171/to-pass-h-r-86-a-bill-for-the (accessed 2026-10-17).