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House roll call 40 · 3rd Congress · May 23, 1794

To pass the resolution to suspend all commercial intercourse with british west indies, until great britain assures the United States of her intention to compens

On May 23, 1794, the House voted 24–46. Result: failed. By party: Others 24–46.

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

Yes
24
No
46
Did not vote
40
Date
May 23, 1794

By party

  • Others24 yes · 46 no · 40 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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