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House roll call 265 · 30th Congress · Aug 7, 1848

To adopt resolution providing that the extra compensation paid persons employed around capitol be paid from contingent fund at close of session.

On Aug 7, 1848, the House voted 119–54. Result: passed. By party: Others 82–10, Democrats 36–44, Independents 1–0. 36 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
119
No
54
Did not vote
63
Date
Aug 7, 1848

By party

  • Others82 yes · 10 no · 30 didn’t vote
  • Democrats36 yes · 44 no · 33 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 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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Capitol Receipts, “To adopt resolution providing that the extra…: House Vote, Aug 7, 1848,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/30-H-265/to-adopt-resolution-providing-that-the-extra-compensation-paid (accessed 2026-10-17).