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House roll call 6 · 12th Congress · Nov 22, 1811

To amend H.R. 8 to set 40,000 inhabitants as required for each representative. (p. 365-1)

On Nov 22, 1811, the House voted 50–72 (HR 8). Result: failed. By party: Others 50–72.

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

Yes
50
No
72
Did not vote
25
Date
Nov 22, 1811

By party

  • Others50 yes · 72 no · 25 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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