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House roll call 149 · 5th Congress · Feb 27, 1799

To amend S. 38, to better organize the troops of the U.S., by providing that no additional force be raised unless further provision is made or war breaks out.

On Feb 27, 1799, the House voted 52–43 (S 38). Result: passed. By party: Others 52–43.

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

Yes
52
No
43
Did not vote
22
Date
Feb 27, 1799

By party

  • Others52 yes · 43 no · 22 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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