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House roll call 551 · 28th Congress · Feb 26, 1845

To concur in amendment as made in committee of the whole to S. 46, which amendment provides to make the postage on single letters not exceeding 1/2 ounce in wei

On Feb 26, 1845, the House voted 111–83 (S 46). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 92–32, Others 19–51. 32 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
111
No
83
Did not vote
40
Date
Feb 26, 1845

By party

  • Others19 yes · 51 no · 14 didn’t vote
  • Democrats92 yes · 32 no · 26 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 concur in amendment as made in committee…: House Vote, Feb 26, 1845,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/28-H-551/to-concur-in-amendment-as-made-in-committee-of (accessed 2026-10-17).