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House roll call 435 · 29th Congress · Aug 5, 1846

To sustain the decision of the chair that the previous question had been moved before notice of debate had been given, on a resolution directing the clerk to su

On Aug 5, 1846, the House voted 81–67. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 75–22, Others 6–45. 22 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
81
No
67
Did not vote
89
Date
Aug 5, 1846

By party

  • Democrats75 yes · 22 no · 52 didn’t vote
  • Others6 yes · 45 no · 37 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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