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House roll call 4 · 24th Congress · Dec 21, 1835

To table a petition for the immediate abolition of slavery in the district of columbia. From the citizens of holliston, mass. (p. 38-2,3)

On Dec 21, 1835, the House voted 140–76. Result: passed. By party: Others 140–76.

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

Yes
140
No
76
Did not vote
39
Date
Dec 21, 1835

By party

  • Others140 yes · 76 no · 39 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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