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House roll call 108 · 31st Congress · Mar 11, 1850

To consider the new york resolutions to discontinue slavery in the district of columbia, in territory acquired from mexico, texas, the admission of california a

On Mar 11, 1850, the House voted 107–63. Result: passed. By party: Others 65–20, Democrats 42–43. 42 members voted against their own party.

During the 31st Congress (1849–1850), Zachary Taylor was president.

Yes
107
No
63
Did not vote
73
Date
Mar 11, 1850

By party

  • Others65 yes · 20 no · 38 didn’t vote
  • Democrats42 yes · 43 no · 34 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 consider the new york resolutions to…: House Vote, Mar 11, 1850,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/31-H-108/to-consider-the-new-york-resolutions-to-discontinue-slavery (accessed 2026-10-17).