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House roll call 148 · 5th Congress · Feb 27, 1799

To amend the first section of the Senate bill for the better organization of U.S. Troops, and for othe purposes, by striking the phrase "the number of privates

On Feb 27, 1799, the House voted 52–45. Result: passed. By party: Others 52–45.

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

Yes
52
No
45
Did not vote
20
Date
Feb 27, 1799

By party

  • Others52 yes · 45 no · 20 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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Capitol Receipts, “To amend the first section of the Senate…: House Vote, Feb 27, 1799,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/5-H-148/to-amend-the-first-section-of-the-senate-bill (accessed 2026-10-17).