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House roll call 43 · 31st Congress · Jan 19, 1850

To suspend further proceedings under the call of the house, during election of officers. (p.188-2)

On Jan 19, 1850, the House voted 116–84. Result: passed. By party: Others 78–23, Democrats 38–61. 38 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
116
No
84
Did not vote
43
Date
Jan 19, 1850

By party

  • Others78 yes · 23 no · 22 didn’t vote
  • Democrats38 yes · 61 no · 20 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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