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House roll call 320 · 30th Congress · Aug 14, 1848

To sustain the decision of the chair ruling in order the resolution offered by the comm. On printing, requesting permission to meet during congressional recess.

On Aug 14, 1848, the House voted 111–37. Result: passed. By party: Others 77–1, Democrats 34–36. 34 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
111
No
37
Did not vote
88
Date
Aug 14, 1848

By party

  • Others77 yes · 1 no · 44 didn’t vote
  • Democrats34 yes · 36 no · 43 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 sustain the decision of the chair ruling…: House Vote, Aug 14, 1848,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/30-H-320/to-sustain-the-decision-of-the-chair-ruling-in (accessed 2026-10-17).