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House roll call 247 · 29th Congress · May 25, 1846

To adjourn, during debate on H.R. 50, (aug. 10, 1846), a bill making civil and diplomatic appropriations for fiscal 1847. (p. 864)

On May 25, 1846, the House voted 72–73. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 27–66, Others 45–7. 27 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
72
No
73
Did not vote
92
Date
May 25, 1846

By party

  • Democrats27 yes · 66 no · 56 didn’t vote
  • Others45 yes · 7 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 adjourn, during debate on H.R. 50, (aug…: House Vote, May 25, 1846,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-247/to-adjourn-during-debate-on-h-r-50-aug (accessed 2026-10-17).