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House roll call 375 · 30th Congress · Jan 15, 1849

To table H.R. 717, for the abolishment of the franking privilege.

On Jan 15, 1849, the House voted 85–93 (HR 717). Result: failed. By party: Others 47–44, Democrats 38–48, Independents 0–1. 38 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
85
No
93
Did not vote
58
Date
Jan 15, 1849

By party

  • Others47 yes · 44 no · 31 didn’t vote
  • Democrats38 yes · 48 no · 27 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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