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House roll call 593 · 29th Congress · Feb 20, 1847

To pass a bill making appropriations for rivers and harbors. (p. 472-2)

On Feb 20, 1847, the House voted 89–72. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 31–62, Others 58–10. 31 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
89
No
72
Did not vote
76
Date
Feb 20, 1847

By party

  • Democrats31 yes · 62 no · 56 didn’t vote
  • Others58 yes · 10 no · 20 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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Capitol Receipts, “To pass a bill making appropriations for…: House Vote, Feb 20, 1847,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/29-H-593/to-pass-a-bill-making-appropriations-for-rivers-and (accessed 2026-10-16).

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