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House roll call 438 · 29th Congress · Aug 6, 1846

To pass S. 127 (8-7-46), a bill to surrender to the state of tennessee all title of the U.S. To lands in tenn. South and west of the line commonly called the co

On Aug 6, 1846, the House voted 87–52 (S 127). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 37–49, Others 50–3. 37 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
87
No
52
Did not vote
98
Date
Aug 6, 1846

By party

  • Democrats37 yes · 49 no · 63 didn’t vote
  • Others50 yes · 3 no · 35 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 pass S. 127 (8-7-46), a bill to surrender…: House Vote, Aug 6, 1846,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-438/to-pass-s-127-8-7-46-a-bill (accessed 2026-10-17).