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House roll call 486 · 28th Congress · Jan 27, 1845

To pass H.R. 440 (app. 2/20/1845), a bill to purchase copies of the history of oregon, california, and other northwest coast territories. (p. 201-3)

On Jan 27, 1845, the House voted 105–79 (HR 440). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 51–66, Others 54–13. 51 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
105
No
79
Did not vote
50
Date
Jan 27, 1845

By party

  • Others54 yes · 13 no · 17 didn’t vote
  • Democrats51 yes · 66 no · 33 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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