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House roll call 261 · 11th Congress · Feb 28, 1811

To amend the resolution appointing a committee to inquire into the expediency of allowing merchant ships to carry arms in their defense, by eliminating the prea

On Feb 28, 1811, the House voted 51–53. Result: failed. By party: Others 51–53.

During the 11th Congress (1809–1810), James Madison was president.

Yes
51
No
53
Did not vote
50
Date
Feb 28, 1811

By party

  • Others51 yes · 53 no · 50 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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Capitol Receipts, “To amend the resolution appointing a…: House Vote, Feb 28, 1811,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/11-H-261/to-amend-the-resolution-appointing-a-committee-to-inquire (accessed 2026-10-17).