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House roll call 97 · 15th Congress · Feb 19, 1819

To amend H. R. 238, by proposing that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude shall hereafter be introduced into the said territory, otherwise than for the pu

On Feb 19, 1819, the House voted 86–90 (HR 238). Result: failed. By party: Others 86–90.

During the 15th Congress (1817–1818), James Monroe was president.

Yes
86
No
90
Did not vote
19
Date
Feb 19, 1819

By party

  • Others86 yes · 90 no · 19 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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