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House roll call 50 · 24th Congress · Feb 23, 1836

To sustain a decision of the chair relating to presentation and reception of petitions and memorials relating to slavery in the distruct of columbia. (p. 202-3

On Feb 23, 1836, the House voted 56–147. Result: failed. By party: Others 56–147.

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

Yes
56
No
147
Did not vote
52
Date
Feb 23, 1836

By party

  • Others56 yes · 147 no · 52 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 sustain a decision of the chair relating…: House Vote, Feb 23, 1836,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/24-H-50/to-sustain-a-decision-of-the-chair-relating-to (accessed 2026-10-17).