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House roll call 26 · 31st Congress · Jan 8, 1850

To postpone the election of officers until sept. 1, next. (p.118-1)

On Jan 8, 1850, the House voted 67–139. Result: failed. By party: Others 67–36, Democrats 0–103.

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

Yes
67
No
139
Did not vote
37
Date
Jan 8, 1850

By party

  • Others67 yes · 36 no · 20 didn’t vote
  • Democrats0 yes · 103 no · 16 didn’t vote

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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