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House roll call 251 · 12th Congress · Jan 12, 1813

To amend H.R. 215 by eliminating the power of the President to appoint all officers under the rank of field officers.

On Jan 12, 1813, the House voted 34–74 (HR 215). Result: failed. By party: Others 34–74.

During the 12th Congress (1811–1812), James Madison was president.

Yes
34
No
74
Did not vote
39
Date
Jan 12, 1813

By party

  • Others34 yes · 74 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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