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House roll call 256 · 29th Congress · May 29, 1846

To table H.J. RES. 35, providing that a joint select committee be appointed to attend the annual examinations of the cadets at the west point academy, and to in

On May 29, 1846, the House voted 71–103 (HJR 35). Result: failed. By party: Democrats 61–47, Others 10–56. 47 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
71
No
103
Did not vote
63
Date
May 29, 1846

By party

  • Democrats61 yes · 47 no · 41 didn’t vote
  • Others10 yes · 56 no · 22 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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