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House roll call 8 · 29th Congress · Dec 4, 1845

To table a resolution providing for allotment of seats in the house chamber to members by drawing names out of a box randomly, and a member choosing his seat as

On Dec 4, 1845, the House voted 88–113. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 53–69, Others 35–44. 53 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
88
No
113
Did not vote
36
Date
Dec 4, 1845

By party

  • Democrats53 yes · 69 no · 27 didn’t vote
  • Others35 yes · 44 no · 9 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 table a resolution providing for…: House Vote, Dec 4, 1845,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-8/to-table-a-resolution-providing-for-allotment-of-seats (accessed 2026-10-17).