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House roll call 21 · 3rd Congress · May 9, 1794

To amend the public credit resolution, by striking out the provision for a tax of 6 cents per ton on all United States vessels employed in foreign trade. (p. 6

On May 9, 1794, the House voted 50–37. Result: passed. By party: Others 50–37.

During the 3rd Congress (1793–1794), George Washington was president.

Yes
50
No
37
Did not vote
23
Date
May 9, 1794

By party

  • Others50 yes · 37 no · 23 didn’t vote

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

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