To table the resolution, concerning the miss. Election, providing that messrs. Prentiss and wood claiming seats in the house, be admitted to seats on the floor

On Dec 27, 1837, the House voted 90–87. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 89–3, Others 1–83, Independents 0–1. 3 members voted against their own party.

During the 25th Congress (1837–1838), Martin Van Buren was president.

Yes: 90
No: 87
Did not vote: 80
Date: Dec 27, 1837

By party

Democrats89 yes · 3 no · 42 didn’t vote
Others1 yes · 83 no · 38 didn’t vote
Independents0 yes · 1 no

Who broke with their party

Archibald Yell D-AR voted no
Andrew Buchanan D-PA voted no
George Washington Hopkins D-VA voted no

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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