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House roll call 59 · 1st Congress · Jun 18, 1790

To amend H.R. 62, by eliminating the two sections which provide for an excise tax on all spirits distilled in the U.S. (p. 1642)

On Jun 18, 1790, the House voted 19–35 (HR 62). Result: failed. By party: Others 19–35.

During the 1st Congress (1789–1790), George Washington was president.

Yes
19
No
35
Did not vote
12
Date
Jun 18, 1790

By party

  • Others19 yes · 35 no · 12 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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