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House roll call 359 · 25th Congress · Dec 14, 1838

To sustain the ruling of the chair regarding the acceptance of a petition relating to abolition of slavery in the district of columbia.

On Dec 14, 1838, the House voted 186–6. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 103–0, Others 83–5, Independents 0–1.

During the 25th Congress (1837–1838), Martin Van Buren was president.

Yes
186
No
6
Did not vote
65
Date
Dec 14, 1838

By party

  • Democrats103 yes · 0 no · 31 didn’t vote
  • Others83 yes · 5 no · 34 didn’t vote
  • Independents0 yes · 1 no

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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