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House roll call 55 · 10th Congress · Feb 5, 1808

To consider the resolution providing that it is inexpedient to remove the seat of govenment from the city of washington, and not warranted by public policy.

On Feb 5, 1808, the House voted 69–53. Result: passed. By party: Others 69–53.

During the 10th Congress (1807–1808), Thomas Jefferson was president.

Yes
69
No
53
Did not vote
27
Date
Feb 5, 1808

By party

  • Others69 yes · 53 no · 27 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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