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House roll call 557 · 28th Congress · Feb 27, 1845

To concur in amendment as made in the committee of the whole to H.R. 541, which amendment appropriates the sum of $100,000 for the construction of a ship canal

On Feb 27, 1845, the House voted 77–89 (HR 541). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 31–80, Others 46–9. 31 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
77
No
89
Did not vote
68
Date
Feb 27, 1845

By party

  • Others46 yes · 9 no · 29 didn’t vote
  • Democrats31 yes · 80 no · 39 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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