To suspend the rules and consider a resolution to provide ferry service between the demolished section of bridge over potomac river. (p. 223-3)

On Feb 25, 1840, the House voted 68–91. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 9–75, Others 59–16. 9 members voted against their own party.

During the 26th Congress (1839–1840), Martin Van Buren was president.

Yes: 68
No: 91
Did not vote: 96
Date: Feb 25, 1840

By party

Democrats9 yes · 75 no · 43 didn’t vote
Others59 yes · 16 no · 53 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

William Orlando Butler D-KY voted yes
James Carroll D-MD voted yes
Albert Smith D-ME voted yes
Charles Biddle Shepard D-NC voted yes
James De La Montanya D-NY voted yes
George Sweeny D-OH voted yes
William Sterrett Ramsey D-PA voted yes
Isaac Leet D-PA voted yes
Walter Coles D-VA voted yes

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 the rules and consider a…: House Vote, Feb 25, 1840,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/26-H-146/to-suspend-the-rules-and-consider-a-resolution-to (accessed 2026-10-16).