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House roll call 40 · 12th Congress · Jan 10, 1812

To pass the resolution to authorize the President to employ the regular army in construction of roads, canals, etc.

On Jan 10, 1812, the House voted 15–102. Result: failed. By party: Others 15–102.

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

Yes
15
No
102
Did not vote
30
Date
Jan 10, 1812

By party

  • Others15 yes · 102 no · 30 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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