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House roll call 437 · 28th Congress · Dec 13, 1844

To amend H.R. 432, by exempting such states where the electors of President and vice President are now chosen by its legislature, until such time as such state

On Dec 13, 1844, the House voted 52–141 (HR 432). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 48–74, Others 4–67. 48 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
52
No
141
Did not vote
41
Date
Dec 13, 1844

By party

  • Others4 yes · 67 no · 13 didn’t vote
  • Democrats48 yes · 74 no · 28 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 H.R. 432, by exempting such states…: House Vote, Dec 13, 1844,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/28-H-437/to-amend-h-r-432-by-exempting-such-states (accessed 2026-10-17).