To table the resolution limiting debate on H.RES. 30, a bill making appropriations for the post office department, which resolution provides that at noon today

On Aug 23, 1841, the House voted 62–96 (HR 30). Result: failed. By party: Others 3–94, Democrats 58–2, Independents 1–0. 2 members voted against their own party.

During the 27th Congress (1841–1842), John Tyler was president.

Yes: 62
No: 96
Did not vote: 98
Date: Aug 23, 1841

By party

Democrats58 yes · 2 no · 45 didn’t vote
Others3 yes · 94 no · 53 didn’t vote
Independents1 yes · 0 no

Who broke with their party

Amos Gustine D-PA voted no
Linn Banks 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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