To suspend the rules and introduce a resolution authorizing the clerk of the house to employ a suitable printer until monday week, 27th instant.

On Jan 17, 1840, the House voted 102–67. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 85–1, Others 17–66. 1 member voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 102
No: 67
Did not vote: 86
Date: Jan 17, 1840

By party

Democrats85 yes · 1 no · 41 didn’t vote
Others17 yes · 66 no · 45 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

Isaac Edward Holmes D-SC 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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Capitol Receipts, “To suspend the rules and introduce a…: House Vote, Jan 17, 1840,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/26-H-82/to-suspend-the-rules-and-introduce-a-resolution-authorizing (accessed 2026-10-15).