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House roll call 72 · 30th Congress · Feb 18, 1848

To pass S. 1, a bill for the relief of the heirs of john paul jones.

On Feb 18, 1848, the House voted 99–77 (S 1). Result: passed. By party: Others 82–8, Democrats 17–69. 17 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
99
No
77
Did not vote
60
Date
Feb 18, 1848

By party

  • Others82 yes · 8 no · 32 didn’t vote
  • Democrats17 yes · 69 no · 27 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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