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House roll call 500 · 29th Congress · Jan 18, 1847

To set aside the special order, which is a resolution directing the commerce committee to inquire into the desireability of erecting lighthouses on the coasts o

On Jan 18, 1847, the House voted 50–106. Result: failed. By party: Democrats 15–78, Others 35–28. 15 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
50
No
106
Did not vote
81
Date
Jan 18, 1847

By party

  • Democrats15 yes · 78 no · 56 didn’t vote
  • Others35 yes · 28 no · 25 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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