To pass a resolution putting into effect a gag rule which provides to stop debate on amendments, and motion for recess and motion to close debate before going i

On Apr 4, 1908, the House voted 139–119. Result: passed. By party: Republicans 139–0, Democrats 0–119. It was a party-line vote: most Democrats and most Republicans voted on opposite sides.

During the 60th Congress (1907–1908), Theodore Roosevelt was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Yes: 139
No: 119
Did not vote: 141
Date: Apr 4, 1908

By party

Democrats0 yes · 119 no · 51 didn’t vote
Republicans139 yes · 0 no · 89 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

Every member who voted sided with their party's majority.

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 a resolution putting into effect a…: House Vote, Apr 4, 1908,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/60-H-37/to-pass-a-resolution-putting-into-effect-a-gag (accessed 2026-10-17).