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House roll call 155 · 5th Congress · Mar 2, 1799

To pass S. 39, to vest the power of retaliation, in certain cases, in the President.

On Mar 2, 1799, the House voted 56–30 (S 39). Result: passed. By party: Others 56–30.

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

Yes
56
No
30
Did not vote
31
Date
Mar 2, 1799

By party

  • Others56 yes · 30 no · 31 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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