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House roll call 587 · 28th Congress · Mar 1, 1845

To pass S. 3 (app 3/1/1845), a bill granting certain lands to indiana to enable that state to extend and complete the wabash and erie canal. (p. 385-1)

On Mar 1, 1845, the House voted 83–55 (S 3). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 53–42, Others 30–13. 42 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
83
No
55
Did not vote
96
Date
Mar 1, 1845

By party

  • Others30 yes · 13 no · 41 didn’t vote
  • Democrats53 yes · 42 no · 55 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 pass S. 3 (app 3/1/1845), a bill granting…: House Vote, Mar 1, 1845,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/28-H-587/to-pass-s-3-app-3-1-1845-a (accessed 2026-10-17).