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House roll call 611 · 29th Congress · Mar 1, 1847

To table S. 184, an act to provide some relief for the suffering people of ireland and scotland. (p. 557-1)

On Mar 1, 1847, the House voted 74–84 (S 184). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 61–37, Others 13–47. 37 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
74
No
84
Did not vote
79
Date
Mar 1, 1847

By party

  • Democrats61 yes · 37 no · 51 didn’t vote
  • Others13 yes · 47 no · 28 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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