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House roll call 416 · 24th Congress · Feb 20, 1837

To pass a resolution that it is inexpedient to prosecute further the inquiry into the alleged contempt of reuben m. Whitney against the authority of this house;

On Feb 20, 1837, the House voted 99–72. Result: passed. By party: Others 99–72.

During the 24th Congress (1835–1836), Andrew Jackson was president.

Yes
99
No
72
Did not vote
84
Date
Feb 20, 1837

By party

  • Others99 yes · 72 no · 84 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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