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House roll call 200 · 29th Congress · May 6, 1846

To table a resolution excusing any member who has been subpoenaed to attend the circuit court of washington d.c., as a witness. (p. 767)

On May 6, 1846, the House voted 44–117. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 40–58, Others 4–59. 40 members voted against their own party.

During the 29th Congress (1845–1846), James K. Polk was president.

Yes
44
No
117
Did not vote
76
Date
May 6, 1846

By party

  • Democrats40 yes · 58 no · 51 didn’t vote
  • Others4 yes · 59 no · 25 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 table a resolution excusing any member…: House Vote, May 6, 1846,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-200/to-table-a-resolution-excusing-any-member-who-has (accessed 2026-10-17).