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House roll call 45 · 3rd Congress · May 31, 1794

To pass H.R. 56, a bill to lay duties on licenses for selling wines and distilled spirits, by retail.

On May 31, 1794, the House voted 53–23 (HR 56). Result: passed. By party: Others 53–23.

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

Yes
53
No
23
Did not vote
34
Date
May 31, 1794

By party

  • Others53 yes · 23 no · 34 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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