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House roll call 312 · 28th Congress · May 15, 1844

To pass a resolution that for the purpose of ventilating and purifying the hall, amd substituting the spring matting for the carpet, the house when it adjourns

On May 15, 1844, the House voted 56–122. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 14–92, Others 42–30. 14 members voted against their own party.

During the 28th Congress (1843–1844), John Tyler was president.

Yes
56
No
122
Did not vote
56
Date
May 15, 1844

By party

  • Others42 yes · 30 no · 12 didn’t vote
  • Democrats14 yes · 92 no · 44 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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