To amend H.R. 531 by authorizing the postmaster general to allow each postmaster such commissions as shall be adequate to his services and expenses in due propo

On Aug 7, 1846, the House voted 109–45 (HR 531). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 98–3, Others 11–42. 3 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 109
No: 45
Did not vote: 83
Date: Aug 7, 1846

By party

Democrats98 yes · 3 no · 48 didn’t vote
Others11 yes · 42 no · 35 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

John Dennis Mccrate D-ME voted no
George Oscar Rathbun D-NY voted no
Owen D. Leib D-PA 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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Capitol Receipts, “To amend H.R. 531 by authorizing the…: House Vote, Aug 7, 1846,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-442/to-amend-h-r-531-by-authorizing-the-postmaster (accessed 2026-10-15).