To pass a resolution providing for the admission of texas as a state. (p. 65-2)

On Dec 16, 1845, the House voted 141–58. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 120–3, Others 21–55. 3 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 141
No: 58
Did not vote: 38
Date: Dec 16, 1845

By party

Democrats120 yes · 3 no · 26 didn’t vote
Others21 yes · 55 no · 12 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

Bradford Ripley Wood D-NY voted no
Preston King D-NY voted no
Horace Wheaton D-NY voted no

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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