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House roll call 487 · 31st Congress · Jan 30, 1851

To table S. 17, an act to increase the efficiency of the army by providing for a retired list of invalid officers. (p.380-1)

On Jan 30, 1851, the House voted 94–89 (S 17). Result: passed. By party: Others 41–54, Democrats 53–34, Independents 0–1. 34 members voted against their own party.

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

Yes
94
No
89
Did not vote
60
Date
Jan 30, 1851

By party

  • Others41 yes · 54 no · 28 didn’t vote
  • Democrats53 yes · 34 no · 32 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

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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