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House roll call 394 · 24th Congress · Feb 11, 1837

To reconsider the vote which rejected a resolution that any member who shall hereafter present any petition from the slaves of this union ought to be considered

On Feb 11, 1837, the House voted 159–45. Result: passed. By party: Others 159–45.

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

Yes
159
No
45
Did not vote
51
Date
Feb 11, 1837

By party

  • Others159 yes · 45 no · 51 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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