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House roll call 551 · 29th Congress · Jan 28, 1847

To amend an amendment to H.R. 596, so as to appropriate $350,000 for construction of dry docks at kittlery, pa. And pensacola. (p. 292,293)

On Jan 28, 1847, the House voted 99–80 (HR 596). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 40–75, Others 59–5. 40 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
99
No
80
Did not vote
58
Date
Jan 28, 1847

By party

  • Democrats40 yes · 75 no · 34 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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