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House roll call 510 · 27th Congress · May 5, 1842

To adjourn, motion made during debate on a resolution providing for the continuation of employment of two clerks to deal with indian affairs. (p. 479)

On May 5, 1842, the House voted 45–101. Result: failed. By party: Others 29–56, Democrats 16–44, Independents 0–1. 16 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
45
No
101
Did not vote
110
Date
May 5, 1842

By party

  • Democrats16 yes · 44 no · 45 didn’t vote
  • Others29 yes · 56 no · 65 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

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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