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House roll call 171 · 31st Congress · May 24, 1850

To pass S. 124 (9 stat. 438, app. 6/17/1850), providing for an increase in the army. (p.1061-3)

On May 24, 1850, the House voted 107–59 (S 124). Result: passed. By party: Others 74–10, Democrats 33–49. 33 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
107
No
59
Did not vote
77
Date
May 24, 1850

By party

  • Others74 yes · 10 no · 39 didn’t vote
  • Democrats33 yes · 49 no · 37 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 pass S. 124 (9 stat. 438, app…: House Vote, May 24, 1850,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/31-H-171/to-pass-s-124-9-stat-438-app-6 (accessed 2026-10-16).

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