To pass a resolution that edward cabell, returned as a member from florida, is not entitled to his seat. (p. 238-1)

On Jan 24, 1846, the House voted 105–80. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 105–5, Others 0–75. 5 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 105
No: 80
Did not vote: 52
Date: Jan 24, 1846

By party

Democrats105 yes · 5 no · 39 didn’t vote
Others0 yes · 75 no · 13 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

John Smith Chipman D-MI voted no
Richard Brodhead D-PA voted no
Alexander Dromgoole Sims D-SC voted no
Armistead Burt D-SC voted no
Andrew Johnson D-TN 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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