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House roll call 3 · 28th Congress · Dec 4, 1843

To amend resolution adopting the rules of the previous house, by adding "except the rule generally known as the 21st rule of the house" thus striking out the 21

On Dec 4, 1843, the House voted 91–95. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 45–81, Others 46–14. 45 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
91
No
95
Did not vote
48
Date
Dec 4, 1843

By party

  • Others46 yes · 14 no · 24 didn’t vote
  • Democrats45 yes · 81 no · 24 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 amend resolution adopting the rules of…: House Vote, Dec 4, 1843,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/28-H-3/to-amend-resolution-adopting-the-rules-of-the-previous (accessed 2026-10-17).