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House roll call 341 · 24th Congress · Jan 9, 1837

To receive a petition of eliza t. Lord and 228 women of south weymouth mass., praying to abolish slavery in d. Of c. And to declare every human being free who s

On Jan 9, 1837, the House voted 139–74. Result: passed. By party: Others 139–74.

During the 24th Congress (1835–1836), Andrew Jackson was president.

Yes
139
No
74
Did not vote
42
Date
Jan 9, 1837

By party

  • Others139 yes · 74 no · 42 didn’t vote

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

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