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House roll call 42 · 4th Congress · May 31, 1796

To pass the committee resolution regarding the contested election of israel smith; that MR. Smith, was not duly elected, and so is not entitled to a seat in the

On May 31, 1796, the House voted 28–41. Result: failed. By party: Others 28–41.

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

Yes
28
No
41
Did not vote
46
Date
May 31, 1796

By party

  • Others28 yes · 41 no · 46 didn’t vote

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

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