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House roll call 359 · 31st Congress · Sep 7, 1850

To sustain the decision of the chair that an amendment offered by MR. Boyd to S. 169 was in order. (p.1770-1)

On Sep 7, 1850, the House voted 87–115 (S 169). Result: failed. By party: Others 28–74, Democrats 59–41. 41 members voted against their own party.

During the 31st Congress (1849–1850), Millard Fillmore was president.

Yes
87
No
115
Did not vote
41
Date
Sep 7, 1850

By party

  • Others28 yes · 74 no · 21 didn’t vote
  • Democrats59 yes · 41 no · 19 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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