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House roll call 179 · 28th Congress · Mar 20, 1844

To table an appeal from a decision of the chair, that S. 37 having passed and been reconsidered, reconsideration is not in order a second time. (p. 414-3)

On Mar 20, 1844, the House voted 80–85 (S 37). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 73–32, Others 7–53. 32 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
80
No
85
Did not vote
69
Date
Mar 20, 1844

By party

  • Others7 yes · 53 no · 24 didn’t vote
  • Democrats73 yes · 32 no · 45 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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