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House roll call 119 · 5th Congress · Jan 9, 1799

To amend H.R. 141 a bill to prevent the operation of this law from reaching individuals in their attempts to obtain justice from a foreign government.

On Jan 9, 1799, the House voted 37–48 (HR 141). Result: failed. By party: Others 37–48.

During the 5th Congress (1797–1798), John Adams was president.

Yes
37
No
48
Did not vote
32
Date
Jan 9, 1799

By party

  • Others37 yes · 48 no · 32 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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