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House roll call 77 · 30th Congress · Mar 1, 1848

To amend S. 39, a bill to provide additional examiners in the patent office and for other purposes, by reducing the salaries of the chief examiners from $2500 t

On Mar 1, 1848, the House voted 79–105 (S 39). Result: failed. By party: Others 38–60, Democrats 41–45. 41 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
79
No
105
Did not vote
52
Date
Mar 1, 1848

By party

  • Others38 yes · 60 no · 24 didn’t vote
  • Democrats41 yes · 45 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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