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House roll call 155 · 31st Congress · May 13, 1850

To suspend rules and consider H. R. 133, a bill for the encouragement of enlistments for the defense of the frontier. (p.983-1)

On May 13, 1850, the House voted 88–78 (HR 133). Result: passed. By party: Democrats 52–35, Others 36–43. 35 members voted against their own party.

During the 31st Congress (1849–1850), Zachary Taylor was president.

Yes
88
No
78
Did not vote
77
Date
May 13, 1850

By party

  • Others36 yes · 43 no · 44 didn’t vote
  • Democrats52 yes · 35 no · 32 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 suspend rules and consider H. R. 133, a…: House Vote, May 13, 1850,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/31-H-155/to-suspend-rules-and-consider-h-r-133-a (accessed 2026-10-16).

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