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House roll call 74 · 29th Congress · Feb 18, 1846

To refer H.R. 246, a bill setting mileage allowance for members of Congress, to the committee of the whole house, thereby delaying consideration of the bill. (

On Feb 18, 1846, the House voted 87–72 (HR 246). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 49–52, Others 38–20. 49 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
87
No
72
Did not vote
78
Date
Feb 18, 1846

By party

  • Democrats49 yes · 52 no · 48 didn’t vote
  • Others38 yes · 20 no · 30 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 refer H.R. 246, a bill setting mileage…: House Vote, Feb 18, 1846,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-74/to-refer-h-r-246-a-bill-setting-mileage (accessed 2026-10-17).