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House roll call 442 · 30th Congress · Feb 27, 1849

To pass H.R. 685, a bill to establish the territorial government of upper california.

On Feb 27, 1849, the House voted 126–87 (HR 685). Result: passed. By party: Others 78–33, Democrats 47–54, Independents 1–0. 47 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
126
No
87
Did not vote
23
Date
Feb 27, 1849

By party

  • Others78 yes · 33 no · 11 didn’t vote
  • Democrats47 yes · 54 no · 12 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 pass H.R. 685, a bill to establish the…: House Vote, Feb 27, 1849,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/30-H-442/to-pass-h-r-685-a-bill-to-establish (accessed 2026-10-17).