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House roll call 362 · 26th Congress · May 16, 1840

To pass H.R. 53.

On May 16, 1840, the House voted 80–96 (HR 53). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 13–83, Others 67–13. 13 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
80
No
96
Did not vote
79
Date
May 16, 1840

By party

  • Democrats13 yes · 83 no · 31 didn’t vote
  • Others67 yes · 13 no · 48 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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