To amend a resolution to inquire into the appointments made by secretary of the interior, in particular, the author of the "bundelcund," by eliminating the auth

On May 15, 1850, the House voted 104–60. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 84–2, Others 20–58. 2 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes: 104
No: 60
Did not vote: 79
Date: May 15, 1850

By party

Others20 yes · 58 no · 45 didn’t vote
Democrats84 yes · 2 no · 33 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

Richard Henry Stanton D-KY voted no
James Duane Doty D-WI voted no

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 amend a resolution to inquire into the…: House Vote, May 15, 1850,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/31-H-161/to-amend-a-resolution-to-inquire-into-the-appointments (accessed 2026-10-17).