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House roll call 185 · 31st Congress · Jun 17, 1850

To pass a resolution authorizing the granting of lands to states having institutions for the deaf, dumb, and blind and insane and to authorize secretary of inte

On Jun 17, 1850, the House voted 145–41. Result: passed. By party: Others 88–5, Democrats 57–36. 36 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
145
No
41
Did not vote
57
Date
Jun 17, 1850

By party

  • Others88 yes · 5 no · 30 didn’t vote
  • Democrats57 yes · 36 no · 26 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 pass a resolution authorizing the…: House Vote, Jun 17, 1850,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/31-H-185/to-pass-a-resolution-authorizing-the-granting-of-lands (accessed 2026-10-17).