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House roll call 618 · 29th Congress · Mar 1, 1847

To table S. 137, "an act to exempt certain articles imported for literary institutions from the payment of duty." (p. 558-3)

On Mar 1, 1847, the House voted 94–91 (S 137). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 30–84, Others 64–7. 30 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
94
No
91
Did not vote
52
Date
Mar 1, 1847

By party

  • Democrats30 yes · 84 no · 35 didn’t vote
  • Others64 yes · 7 no · 17 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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