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House roll call 39 · 29th Congress · Jan 21, 1846

To suspend the rule limiting debate on one hour on a resolution of the committee of elections that edward c. Cabell was not elected as a member from florida and

On Jan 21, 1846, the House voted 89–74. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 30–69, Others 59–5. 30 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
89
No
74
Did not vote
74
Date
Jan 21, 1846

By party

  • Democrats30 yes · 69 no · 50 didn’t vote
  • Others59 yes · 5 no · 24 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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