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House roll call 41 · 4th Congress · May 31, 1796

To postpone consideration of an amendment to H.R. 188, an act to prevent the sale of prizes brought into the U.S. By vessels belonging to any foreign prince or

On May 31, 1796, the House voted 40–34 (HR 188). Result: passed. By party: Others 40–34.

During the 4th Congress (1795–1796), George Washington was president.

Yes
40
No
34
Did not vote
41
Date
May 31, 1796

By party

  • Others40 yes · 34 no · 41 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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