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House roll call 522 · 29th Congress · Jan 27, 1847

To sustain the decision of the chair as to whether or not MR. Schenck could withdraw his resolution while the house was divided on previous question, motion mad

On Jan 27, 1847, the House voted 93–87. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 24–87, Others 69–0. 24 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
93
No
87
Did not vote
57
Date
Jan 27, 1847

By party

  • Democrats24 yes · 87 no · 38 didn’t vote
  • Others69 yes · 0 no · 19 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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