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House roll call 109 · 29th Congress · Mar 18, 1846

To table H.R. 246, a bill to regulate the pay of mileage to members of Congress. (p. 395-2)

On Mar 18, 1846, the House voted 48–135 (HR 246). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 36–82, Others 12–53. 36 members voted against their own party.

During the 29th Congress (1845–1846), James K. Polk was president.

Yes
48
No
135
Did not vote
54
Date
Mar 18, 1846

By party

  • Democrats36 yes · 82 no · 31 didn’t vote
  • Others12 yes · 53 no · 23 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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