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House roll call 251 · 29th Congress · May 28, 1846

To amend H.R. 50 by providing to supply deficiencies in the fund for sick and disabled seamen. (p. 876-2)

On May 28, 1846, the House voted 103–79 (HR 50). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 33–76, Others 70–3. 33 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
103
No
79
Did not vote
55
Date
May 28, 1846

By party

  • Democrats33 yes · 76 no · 40 didn’t vote
  • Others70 yes · 3 no · 15 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 amend H.R. 50 by providing to supply…: House Vote, May 28, 1846,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-251/to-amend-h-r-50-by-providing-to-supply (accessed 2026-10-17).