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House roll call 9 · 29th Congress · Dec 4, 1845

To pass a resolution providing for allotment of seats in the house chamber to members.

On Dec 4, 1845, the House voted 117–77. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 70–49, Others 47–28. 49 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
117
No
77
Did not vote
43
Date
Dec 4, 1845

By party

  • Democrats70 yes · 49 no · 30 didn’t vote
  • Others47 yes · 28 no · 13 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 pass a resolution providing for allotment…: House Vote, Dec 4, 1845,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-9/to-pass-a-resolution-providing-for-allotment-of-seats (accessed 2026-10-17).