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House roll call 440 · 29th Congress · Aug 6, 1846

To amend H.R. 533, for the establishment of the oregon territory, by providing for granting a township of land in the oregon territory to martha gray, widow of

On Aug 6, 1846, the House voted 73–78 (HR 533). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 20–76, Others 53–2. 20 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
73
No
78
Did not vote
86
Date
Aug 6, 1846

By party

  • Democrats20 yes · 76 no · 53 didn’t vote
  • Others53 yes · 2 no · 33 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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