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House roll call 718 · 27th Congress · Aug 12, 1842

To order the engrossment of H.R. 80 (8-31-42), making approropriations for certain fortifications for the year 1842. (p. 884-2,885-1)

On Aug 12, 1842, the House voted 94–65 (HR 80). Result: passed. By party: Others 65–25, Democrats 29–39, Independents 0–1. 29 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
94
No
65
Did not vote
97
Date
Aug 12, 1842

By party

  • Democrats29 yes · 39 no · 37 didn’t vote
  • Others65 yes · 25 no · 60 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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Capitol Receipts, “To order the engrossment of H.R. 80…: House Vote, Aug 12, 1842,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/27-H-718/to-order-the-engrossment-of-h-r-80-8 (accessed 2026-10-17).

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