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House roll call 170 · 20th Congress · Jan 9, 1829

To adopt the modified preamble to the district of columbia resolution, detailing the allegations concerning slavery in the district of columbia: slave dealers

On Jan 9, 1829, the House voted 37–141. Result: failed. By party: Others 37–141.

During the 20th Congress (1827–1828), John Quincy Adams was president.

Yes
37
No
141
Did not vote
42
Date
Jan 9, 1829

By party

  • Others37 yes · 141 no · 42 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 adopt the modified preamble to the…: House Vote, Jan 9, 1829,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/20-H-170/to-adopt-the-modified-preamble-to-the-district-of (accessed 2026-10-17).