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House roll call 66 · 12th Congress · Feb 17, 1812

To amend H.R. 37 to give each citizen of 18 years or older, possession of a stand of arms.

On Feb 17, 1812, the House voted 54–55 (HR 37). Result: failed. By party: Others 54–55.

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

Yes
54
No
55
Did not vote
38
Date
Feb 17, 1812

By party

  • Others54 yes · 55 no · 38 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 H.R. 37 to give each citizen of 18…: House Vote, Feb 17, 1812,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/12-H-66/to-amend-h-r-37-to-give-each-citizen (accessed 2026-10-17).