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House roll call 580 · 29th Congress · Feb 15, 1847

To agree to amendment to H.R. 622, providing that there shall be neither slavery nor involuntary servitude in any territory or on the continent of america, exce

On Feb 15, 1847, the House voted 115–106 (HR 622). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 55–82, Others 60–24. 55 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
115
No
106
Did not vote
16
Date
Feb 15, 1847

By party

  • Democrats55 yes · 82 no · 12 didn’t vote
  • Others60 yes · 24 no · 4 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 agree to amendment to H.R. 622, providing…: House Vote, Feb 15…,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-580/to-agree-to-amendment-to-h-r-622-providing (accessed 2026-10-17).