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House roll call 347 · 30th Congress · Dec 28, 1848

To table H.R. 661, a bill granting lands to certain states to aid in construction of roads and canals and improvement of rivers.

On Dec 28, 1848, the House voted 94–70 (HR 661). Result: passed. By party: Others 53–29, Democrats 40–41, Independents 1–0. 40 members voted against their own party.

During the 30th Congress (1847–1848), James K. Polk was president.

Yes
94
No
70
Did not vote
72
Date
Dec 28, 1848

By party

  • Others53 yes · 29 no · 40 didn’t vote
  • Democrats40 yes · 41 no · 32 didn’t vote
  • Independents1 yes · 0 no

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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