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House roll call 570 · 29th Congress · Feb 9, 1847

To pass a resolution providing that whereas james h. Houston reporter of the union, published a card in that paper last evening assuming the responsibility in t

On Feb 9, 1847, the House voted 11–133. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 4–89, Others 7–44. 4 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
11
No
133
Did not vote
93
Date
Feb 9, 1847

By party

  • Democrats4 yes · 89 no · 56 didn’t vote
  • Others7 yes · 44 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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