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House roll call 77 · 28th Congress · Feb 5, 1844

To consider, debate and decide the question of reception of resolutions from the commonwealth of massachusetts, concerning an amendment to the constitution of t

On Feb 5, 1844, the House voted 74–91. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 30–84, Others 44–7. 30 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
74
No
91
Did not vote
69
Date
Feb 5, 1844

By party

  • Others44 yes · 7 no · 33 didn’t vote
  • Democrats30 yes · 84 no · 36 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 consider, debate and decide the question…: House Vote, Feb 5, 1844,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/28-H-77/to-consider-debate-and-decide-the-question-of-reception (accessed 2026-10-17).