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House roll call 50 · 31st Congress · Jan 21, 1850

To sustain a decision of the chair, relative to resolutions concerning the election and duties of doorkeeper. (p.190-1)

On Jan 21, 1850, the House voted 101–102. Result: failed. By party: Others 5–101, Democrats 96–1. 1 member voted against their own party.

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

Yes
101
No
102
Did not vote
40
Date
Jan 21, 1850

By party

  • Others5 yes · 101 no · 17 didn’t vote
  • Democrats96 yes · 1 no · 22 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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