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House roll call 256 · 30th Congress · Aug 2, 1848

To concur in the amendment, as in comm. Of the whole, to H.R. 201, which amendment extends the ordinance of 1787 over oregon territory.

On Aug 2, 1848, the House voted 88–114 (HR 201). Result: failed. By party: Others 28–76, Democrats 60–37, Independents 0–1. 37 members voted against their own party.

During the 30th Congress (1847–1848), James K. Polk was president.

Yes
88
No
114
Did not vote
34
Date
Aug 2, 1848

By party

  • Others28 yes · 76 no · 18 didn’t vote
  • Democrats60 yes · 37 no · 16 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

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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