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House roll call 243 · 29th Congress · May 23, 1846

To pass H.R. 114, for the relief of the owner and crew of the schooner "florilla."

On May 23, 1846, the House voted 77–77 (HR 114). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 24–72, Others 53–5. 24 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
77
No
77
Did not vote
83
Date
May 23, 1846

By party

  • Democrats24 yes · 72 no · 53 didn’t vote
  • Others53 yes · 5 no · 30 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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