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House roll call 161 · 31st Congress · May 15, 1850

To amend a resolution to inquire into the appointments made by secretary of the interior, in particular, the author of the "bundelcund," by eliminating the auth

On May 15, 1850, the House voted 104–60. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 84–2, Others 20–58. 2 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
104
No
60
Did not vote
79
Date
May 15, 1850

By party

  • Others20 yes · 58 no · 45 didn’t vote
  • Democrats84 yes · 2 no · 33 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 amend a resolution to inquire into the…: House Vote, May 15, 1850,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/31-H-161/to-amend-a-resolution-to-inquire-into-the-appointments (accessed 2026-10-17).