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House roll call 65 · 12th Congress · Feb 17, 1812

To reconsider the amendment to H.R. 37 to allow the legislatures of the several states to direct the distribution of arms.

On Feb 17, 1812, the House voted 52–62 (HR 37). Result: failed. By party: Others 52–62.

During the 12th Congress (1811–1812), James Madison was president.

Yes
52
No
62
Did not vote
33
Date
Feb 17, 1812

By party

  • Others52 yes · 62 no · 33 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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