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House roll call 253 · 29th Congress · May 28, 1846

To amend H.R. 50, by setting mileage allowances for senators, representatives and delegates. (p. 873-2)

On May 28, 1846, the House voted 124–59 (HR 50). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 77–39, Others 47–20. 39 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
124
No
59
Did not vote
54
Date
May 28, 1846

By party

  • Democrats77 yes · 39 no · 33 didn’t vote
  • Others47 yes · 20 no · 21 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 setting mileage…: House Vote, May 28, 1846,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-253/to-amend-h-r-50-by-setting-mileage-allowances (accessed 2026-10-17).