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House roll call 166 · 31st Congress · May 20, 1850

To suspend rules and introduce a resolution requesting the President to report to the house about military affairs in relation to cuba. (p.1023-3)

On May 20, 1850, the House voted 100–72. Result: passed. By party: Others 17–70, Democrats 83–2. 2 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
100
No
72
Did not vote
71
Date
May 20, 1850

By party

  • Others17 yes · 70 no · 36 didn’t vote
  • Democrats83 yes · 2 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 suspend rules and introduce a resolution…: House Vote, May 20, 1850,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/31-H-166/to-suspend-rules-and-introduce-a-resolution-requesting-the (accessed 2026-10-16).