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Grand Convention at Philadelphia, May to September, 1787, Quill Project 2021 Edition.
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Official Journal (Max Farrand, 1911)
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From the Records of the Federal Convention, 3 vols.
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Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
On Monday the 14th of May. ad 1787. and in the eleventh year of the independence of the United States of America, at the State-House in the city of Philadelphia — in virtue of appointments from their respective States, sundry Deputies to the... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Saturday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
a majority of the States not being represented, the Members present adjourned from day to day until friday [sic] the 25th of the said month Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Elect a President Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved by the honorable Robert Morris Esquire, One of the Deputies from Pennsylvania, that a President be elected by ballot, which was agreed to Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Nomination of George Washington Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved by the honorable Robert Morris Esquire, One of the Deputies from Pennsylvania, that a President be elected by ballot, which was agreed to — and thereupon he nominated, on the part of the said State, His Excellency George Washington... Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved by the honorable Robert Morris Esquire, One of the Deputies from Pennsylvania, that a President be elected by ballot, which was agreed to — and thereupon he nominated, on the part of the said State, His Excellency George Washington... Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The President then proposed to the House that they should proceed to the election of a Secretary — and, the ballots being taken, it appeared that William Jackson Esquire was elected. Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Appoint a Messenger Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then appointed Nicholas Weaver Messenger, and Joseph Fry Door-Keeper. Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
In fœderal-Convention. On Monday the 14th of May. ad 1787. and in the eleventh year of the independence of the United States of America, at the State-House in the city of Philadelphia — in virtue of appointments from their respective States, sundry... Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then appointed Nicholas Weaver Messenger, and Joseph Fry Door-Keeper. Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Appoint a Door-Keeper Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then appointed Nicholas Weaver Messenger, and Joseph Fry Door-Keeper. Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then appointed Nicholas Weaver Messenger, and Joseph Fry Door-Keeper. Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Appoint a Rules Committee Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. — a Committee by ballot was appointed Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. — a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Wythe, Mr Hamilton, and Mr... Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. — a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Wythe, Mr Hamilton, and Mr... Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. — a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Wythe, Mr Hamilton, and Mr... Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned ’till monday next at 10 o’clock A.M. Friday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Convention met agreeably to adjournment —The honorable Nathaniel Gorham, and Caleb Strong Esquires, Deputies from the State of Massachusetts, The honorable Oliver Elsworth Esq, a deputy from the State of Connecticut — The honble Gunning Bedford... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Convention met agreeably to adjournment —The honorable Nathaniel Gorham, and Caleb Strong Esquires, Deputies from the State of Massachusetts, The honorable Oliver Elsworth Esq, a deputy from the State of Connecticut — The honble Gunning Bedford... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Convention met agreeably to adjournment —The honorable Nathaniel Gorham, and Caleb Strong Esquires, Deputies from the State of Massachusetts, The honorable Oliver Elsworth Esq, a deputy from the State of Connecticut — The honble Gunning Bedford... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Proposed Rules and Standing Orders of the Convention Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Rules and Standing Orders of the Convention Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Convention met agreeably to adjournment —The honorable Nathaniel Gorham, and Caleb Strong Esquires, Deputies from the State of Massachusetts, The honorable Oliver Elsworth Esq, a deputy from the State of Connecticut — The honble Gunning Bedford... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Rule 10 Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Rule 12 Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Rule 13 Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Rule 14 Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Rule 15 Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Instructions to the Rules Committee Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
adjourned till to-morrow at 10 o’clock A. M Monday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Proposed Additional Rules and Standing Orders of the Convention Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Rule 1 Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Committee beg leave to propose that the rules written under their resolution be added to the standing orders of the House. And the said rules were once read throughout and then a second time, one by one; and, on the question severally put... Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Rule 2 Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that the House will to-morrow resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the American Union. Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Ordered that the propositions this day laid before the House, for their consideration, by Mr Randolph be referred to the said Committee. Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr Charles Pinckney, one of the Deputies of South Carolina, laid before the House for their consideration, the draught of a fœderal government to be agreed upon between the free and independent States of America. Ordered that the said draught be... Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow morning at 10 o’clock Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable Roger Sherman Esquire a Deputy of the State of Connecticut attended and took his seat. Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The order of the day being read The House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the American union Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the American union Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Committee beg leave to propose that the rules written under their resolution be added to the standing orders of the House. And the said rules were once read throughout and then a second time, one by one; and, on the question severally put... Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Rule 3 Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Committee beg leave to propose that the rules written under their resolution be added to the standing orders of the House. And the said rules were once read throughout and then a second time, one by one; and, on the question severally put... Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Rule 4 Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 10 o’clock A.M. Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable William Pierce Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Georgia attended and took his seat Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the American union Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 10 o’clock A M. Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable William Houstoun, Esq a Deputy of the State of Georgia, attended and took his seat. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The Committee beg leave to propose that the rules written under their resolution be added to the standing orders of the House. And the said rules were once read throughout and then a second time, one by one; and, on the question severally put... Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Rule 5 Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
The Committee beg leave to propose that the rules written under their resolution be added to the standing orders of the House. And the said rules were once read throughout and then a second time, one by one; and, on the question severally put... Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Rule 6 Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair. Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the american [sic] union. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 10 o’clock. A.M. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable William Samuel Johnson Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Connecticut, and the honorable Daniel of St Thomas Jenifer, a Deputy of the State of Maryland, and the honorable John Lansing junior a Deputy of the State of New-York attended and... Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable William Samuel Johnson Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Connecticut, and the honorable Daniel of St Thomas Jenifer, a Deputy of the State of Maryland, and the honorable John Lansing junior a Deputy of the State of New-York attended and... Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Mr President left the Chair Mr. Gorham took the Chair of the Committee. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The Committee beg leave to propose that the rules written under their resolution be added to the standing orders of the House. And the said rules were once read throughout and then a second time, one by one; and, on the question severally put... Tuesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Wednesday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will on Monday again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the american [sic] union. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till Monday next at 11 o'clock A.M. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the american [sic] union. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock a. m. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
His Excellency William Livingston Esquire, a Deputy of the State of New Jersey, attended and took his seat Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The Order of the day being read The House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. [...] Mr President left the chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock. A M. Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The Order of the day being read. The House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American Union Mr President left the Chair. Mr. Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the american [sic] union. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable William Samuel Johnson Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Connecticut, and the honorable Daniel of St Thomas Jenifer, a Deputy of the State of Maryland, and the honorable John Lansing junior a Deputy of the State of New-York attended and... Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the American Union Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee. Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that the House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the american [sic] union Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the american [sic] union. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable Luther Martin Esquire One of the Deputies of the State of Maryland attended and took his Seat. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House On Monday Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will on Monday next again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The Honorable Abraham Baldwin Esquire, one of the Deputies of the State of Georgia, attended and took his seat. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o clock A. M Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the chair of the Committee Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will tomorrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the american [sic] union Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Virginia Plan as Reported by the Committee of the Whole House Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Postpone Consideration of the Report Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved by Mr. Randolph seconded by Mr Martin to postpone the farther consideration of the report till to-morrow and on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved by Mr Madison seconded by Mr Sherman to refer the resolutions, offered by Mr Patterson, to a Committee of the whole House which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved by Mr Rutledge seconded by Mr Hamilton to recommit the resolutions reported from a Committee of the whole House. which passed in the affirmative. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock. A. M. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr. President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House on Monday Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will on monday [sic] next again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the American Union. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till Monday next at 11 o’Clock A. M. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
New Jersey Plan Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tomorrow Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that this House will to-morrow again resolve itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the american [sic] Union. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 oClock A. M. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolve into Committee of the Whole House Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mr President left the Chair Mr Gorham took the Chair of the Committee Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable William Blount Esquire a Deputy from the State of North Carolina attended and took his seat. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment to Simplify the First Resolution Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed unanimously in the affirmative Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Lansing's Amendment to Retain Single Chamber Confederation Congress Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
and on the question to postpone it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 6; divided — 1.] Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was then moved and seconded to adjourn which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Second Resolution Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On motion of the Deputies of the State of Delaware the determination of the House on the second resolution reported from the Committee was postponed until to-morrow. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable Jonathan Dayton Esquire, a Deputy of the State of New Jersey, attended and took his seat. Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6; divided — 1.] Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment to Strike Out "Three" Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to erase the word “three” from the second clause of the third resolution, reported from the Committee which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1.] Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment for Two Year Terms Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “Two” in the second clause of the third resolution reported from the Committee. which passed unanimously in the affirmative Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock. A. M. Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Motion to Strike Out "to be paid out of the National Treasury" Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment for Legislators to Decide on Their Own Stipends Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike out the 3 clause in ye 3 resolution — to substitute “their stipends to be ascertained by the Legislature to be paid out of the pub: treasury." [Ayes — 2; noes — 7; divided — 2.] Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Objection to Butler's Motion to Vote on Whole Proposition Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question is the motion in order it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6; noes — 4; divided — 1.] Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Amendment for an Age Qualification of 25 Years Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the 3rd resolution to be of the age of 25 years at least. which passed in the affirmative. Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to strike out the words it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 4; divided — 3.] Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock. A. M. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to strike out the words it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 8; divided — 1.] Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Sherman's Amendment to Insert "and Incapable of Holding" Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the words “ineligible to” the words “and incapable of holding” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison's account says that the motion was 'agreed to without opposition.'] Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out "national government" Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “national government” out of the third resolution which passed in the affirmative Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out "established" Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the word “established” out of the 3rd resolution which passed in the affirmative Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Add "of the first branch" Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the word “service” in the third resolution, the words “of the first branch” which passed in the affirmative. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
To agree to the last clause in the 3rd resolution as far as the word service inclusive Ayes — 8; noes — 2; divided — 1. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Third Resolution - Fourth Clause: Second Sub-clause (Ineligibility for One Year After Membership) Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to these words it passed in the negative [ayes — 4; noes — 6; divided — 1.] Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Then the House adjourned till monday [sic] next at 11 o’clock, A. M. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Substitute "National" with "United States" Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to erase the word “national” and to substitute the words “United States” (in the fourth resolution) which passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Neither the Journal nor Madison records a vote count.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone the Fourth Resolution to Consider the Seventh Resolution Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the fourth in order to take up the seventh resolution On the question to postpone it passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Fourth Resolution - Second Clause (Age Qualification) Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the second clause of the fourth resolution, namely “to be of the age of thirty years at least” which passed unanimously in the affirmative. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out Independency Sub-Clause Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to erase the words “sufficient to ensure their independency” from the third clause of the fourth resolution which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Sherman's Amendment to Strike Out Seven Year Terms Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to erase the word “seven” from the 3rd clause of the fourth resolution which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank in the 3rd clause of the fourth resolution with the word “six” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5; divided — 1.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn Ayes — 5; noes — 5; divided — 1. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Five Year Terms Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank in the 3rd clause of the fourth resolution with the word “five” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5; divided — 1.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock. A. M. Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Gorham's Amendment for Six Year Terms with Biennial Elections Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the third clause of the fourth resolution reported from the Committee so as to read as follows, namely “for nine years, one third to go out triennially” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was then moved and seconded to amend the third clause of the fourth resolution so as to read “for six years, one third to go out biennially” On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike the following clause out of the 4 resolution “to receive fixed stipends by which they may be compensated for the devotion of their time to public service": Ayes — 5; noes — 6. Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment Reworking the Compensation Clause Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the fourth clause of the fourth resolution so as to read “to receive a compensation for the devotion of their time to the public service” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment for Legislators to be Paid by Their States Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to erase the following words from the fourth resolution, namely “out of the national Treasury,” and to substitute the following namely “by their respective States” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment for Ineligibility to Offices for One Year after Leaving Legislature Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was then moved and seconded to add after the word “elected” the words “and for One year thereafter” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment to Extend Ineligibility to State Offices Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Butler's/Williamson's Amendment for Eligibility to State Offices Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the fourth resolution, namely “and to be ineligible and incapable of holding any office under a particular State” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Fifth Resolution (Originating Acts) Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
[A]nd then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Sixth Resolution (Legislative Powers) Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Seventh Resolution - First Clause (Equitable Representation) Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Before a determination was taken on the clause, the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Redraft the Seventh Resolution Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the seventh resolution reported from the Committee so as to read as follows, namely "Resolved that the right of suffrage in the first branch of the Legislature of the United States ought to be in proportion to the... Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Lansing's Amendment to Retain Suffrage in the Second Branch as in the Confederation Congress Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The determination of the House on the motion for erasing the word “not” from the first clause of the seventh resolution was postponed, at the request of the Deputies of the State of New-York till tomorrow. [Editors' note: None of the sources provides... Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the word “not” out of the first clause of the seventh resolution reported from the Committee On the question to strike out it passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6; divided — 1.] Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment for Equal Representation in the Second Branch Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Before the determination of the House was taken on the last motion, the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
President to Write to New Hampshire Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the resolution it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 5; divided — 1.] [Editors' note: Delaware, Georgia, and Pennsylvania were not quorate during this vote, which put the number of voting delegations at eight.] Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] The House adjourned till Monday next at 11 oClock a. m. Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Create a First Committee on Representation Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
“To appoint a Committee”, Ayes — 9; noes — 2; (Vote 111, Detail of Ayes and Noes.) Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till Thursday next at 11 o’Clock A. M Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone First Proposition Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to postpone. it passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 8.] [Editors' note: The Journal does not record a vote for New Jersey. The delegation may not have been quorate at the time.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and on the question to postpone it passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 8.] [Editors' note: Madison records that the delegation from Georgia was not quorate during this part of the session. The Journal suggests the same was true for New Jersey,... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer the First Clause of the First Proposition to a Special Committee on Representation Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the first clause of the first proposition reported from the grand Committee to a special Committee which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Proposition for the Second Committee on Representation Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the First Committee on Representation Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Rutledge's Amendment on Apportionment of Representation Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Committee to Consist of Five Members Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot. [Editors' note: The five members of the Committee were appointed by ballot, per the Rules of the... Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Resume Consideration of the First Proposition - Second Clause Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to resume the consideration of the second clause of the first proposition, which had been postponed in order to take up the second proposition which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a... Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question shall the following clause stand as part of the report, namely. “That all Bills for raising or appropriating money, and for fixing the salaries of the Officers of the Government of the United States, shall originate in the first... Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Letter from the Library Company of Philadelphia Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Secretary to Reply to the Library Company of Philadelphia Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolved that the Secretary, by letter, present the thanks of the Convention to the Directors of the Library Company for their polite attention. Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Confirm Vote on Report of the First Committee on Representation: First Proposition - Second Clause Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Whether the last vote was determined in the affirmative Ayes — 9; noes — 2. [Editors' note: Farrand notes that there is some confusion in the Journal and Madison's notes on the timing of this confirmatory vote. Madison and the Journal record it... Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the second proposition reported from the grand Committee stand part of the report namely “That in the second Branch of the Legislature each State shall have an equal vote” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes... Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till Monday next at 11 o’Clock A. M. Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable Daniel Carrol Esquire One of the Deputies from the State of Maryland attended and took his seat. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Second Committee on Representation Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the second paragraph of the report it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer the First Paragraph of the Report to a Third Committee on Representation Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot [Editors' note: The Convention agreed to... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Proposition for the Third Committee on Representation Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Yates, Mr Brearely, Mr G. Morris, Mr Read, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Rutledge, and Mr Houston. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
then the House adjourned until to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Third Committee on Representation Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to New Hampshire's Representation Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the report by striking out the word “Three” in the apportionment of representation to New Hampshire, and inserting the word “Two” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to North Carolina's Representation Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the report by striking out the word “five” in the apportionment of representation to North Carolina, and inserting the word “six” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to South Carolina's Representation Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the report by striking out the word “five” in the apportionment of representation to South Carolina and inserting the word “six” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Georgia's Representation Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the report by striking out the word “Three” in the apportionment of representation to Georgia and inserting the word “four” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Double Number of Representatives Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to double the number of representatives, in the first branch of the Legislature of the United States, apportioned by the report of the grand Committee to each State. which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the report of the grand Committee. it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Third Committee Amendment to Report of the Second Committee: First Proposition Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment for a Census Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Butler's Motion to Strike Out the 'Three Fifths' Clause Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “three fifths of” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 7.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Rutledge's Motion to Link Representation to Wealth Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the resolution proposed in order to take up the following namely. Resolved That at the end of ___ years from the meeting of the Legislature of the United-States and at the expiration of every... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Proposition for a Census: First Clause Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the first clause of the resolution, namely. “That in order to ascertain the alterations that may happen in the population and wealth of the several States a Census shall be taken of the free inhabitants of each... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn. Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Proposition for a Census: Second Clause Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause of the resolution, namely “and three fifths of the inhabitants of other description” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Proposition for a Census: Third Clause Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause of the resolution, namely “On the first year after this form of government shall have been adopted” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Hold a Census Every Fifteen Years Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank with the word “fifteen” which passed unanimously in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the words fifteen years the words “at least” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Proposition for a Census: Fourth Clause Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause of the resolution namely “and the Legislature shall alter or augment the representation accordingly” which passed unanimously in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the resolution as amended it passed unanimously in the negative. [Ayes — 0; noes — 10.] [Editors' note: Having voted on all clauses and amendments, the Convention voted to reject the entire proposition. Madison's notes... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Previous Question Called For Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The question being about to be put upon the clause as amended — The previous question was called for, and passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 8; divided — 1.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned until to-morrow at 11 o’Clock. A. M. Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Report of the Second Committee on Representation: Second Proposition Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the second clause of the report from the Committee of five — entered on the Journal of the 9th inst which was unanimously agreed to. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn Ayes — 6; noes — 4.] and then the House adjourned until to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A M. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Motion to Limit Western State Representation Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following proposition, namely. That to secure the liberties of the States already confederated, the number of representatives in the first branch from the States which shall hereafter be established, shall... Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider the Two Branches of the Legislature Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Pinckney's Composition of the Senate Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till Monday Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Secretary's Redrafted Report of the First Committee on Representation Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The question being taken on the whole of the report from the grand Committee as amended [Editors' note: The vote to accept the amended propositions means that Jackson's redrafted version was tacitly agreed to.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Sixth Resolution - First Clause (Assume Powers of Confederation Congress) Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Sixth Resolution - Second Clause to a Committee Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to commit the second clause of the Sixth resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn Ayes — 7; noes — 2; divided — 1.] And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the considn of the second clause of the Sixth resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House in order to take up the following “To make laws binding on the People of the United States in all cases which... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the second clause of the 6th esolution so as to read as follows, namely “and moreover to legislate in all cases for the general interests of the Union, and also in those to which the States are separately... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To agree to the second clause of the 6. resolution as amended. Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Sixth Resolution - Third Clause (Power to Negative State Laws) Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the sixth resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House, namely, “to negative all laws passed by the several States contravening in the opinion of the national legislature, the articles... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
L. Martin's Amendment on Federal Laws and Treaties Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following resolution namely. Resolved that the legislative acts of the United States made by virtue and in pursuance of the articles of Union and all Treaties made and ratified under the authority of the... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ninth Resolution - First Clause (Single Executive) Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first clause of the 9th resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House namely “That a national Executive be instituted to consist of a Single Person” it passed unanimously in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment for Presidential Election by Citizens Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “national legislature” out of the second clause of the 9th resolution, reported from the Committee of the whole House and to insert the words “the Citizens of the United States” which passed in the... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
L. Martin's Amendment for Presidential Election by Electors Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the second clause of the 9th resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House so as to read “To be chosen by Electors to be appointed by the several Legislatures of the individual States” which passed in... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause namely “to be chosen by the national Legislature which passed unan: in the affirmative. [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ninth Resolution - Fourth Clause Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause namely “with power to carry into effect the national laws” it passed unanimously in ye affirmative Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ninth Resolution - Fifth Clause Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause namely “to appoint to offices in cases not otherwise provided for” it passed unanimously in the affirmative Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the following words namely “to be ineligible a second time” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 4.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out "Seven Years" Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “seven years” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] [Editors' note: Madison writes, 'There was no debate on this motion the apparent object of many in the affirmative was to secure the... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Presidential Re-eligibility Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Tomorrow Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
To reconsider the clause to-morrow Ayes — 8; noes —0. Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Ninth and Tenth Resolutions (Executive) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “seven years” and to insert the words “good behaviour.” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] [Editors' note: Madison writes, 'This vote is not to be considered as any certain index of... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
To reconsider the clause which makes the Executive reeligible Ayes — 8; noes — 0. [Editors' note: Madison records the vote count as, 'Mas. ay. Cont. ay. N. J. absent. Pa. ay. Del. ay. Md. ay. Va. ay. N. C. ay. S. C ay. Geo absent. [Ayes — 8; noes — 0;... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Immediately Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
To reconsider immediately Ayes — 6; noes — 2. [Editors' note: As the vote was not unanimous, the motion was rejected. The rules of the Convention state, 'That a motion to reconsider a matter, which had been determined by a majority, may be made, with... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the remaining clause of the 9th and the 10th resolution in order to take up the 11th resolution. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 4; noes — 3; divided — 1.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Eleventh Resolution - First Clause (Establishment) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the 11th resolution namely “That a national Judiciary be established” it passed unanimously in the affirmative Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Eleventh Resolution - Second Clause (Single Tribunal) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the 11th resolution namely “To consist of One supreme Tribunal it passed unanimously in the affirmative Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment for Presidential Appointment to the Supreme Court Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “second branch of the national Legislature” and to insert the words “national executive” in the 11. resolution which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 6.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the 3rd cause of the 11th resolution so as to read as follows, namely, The Judges of which shall be nominated and appointed by the Executive by and with the advice and consent of the second Branch of the Legislature... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment for Presidential Nomination and Senate Ratification to the Supreme Court Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Eleventh Resolution - Fourth Clause (Judicial Tenure) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the 11th resolution namely “to hold their Offices during good behaviour” it passed unanimously in the affirmative Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Eleventh Resolution - Fifth Clause (Judicial Compensation) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the eleventh resolution namely “to receive, punctually, at stated times a fixed compensation for their services” it passed unanimously in the affirmative Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Strike Out "Encrease Or" Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “Encrease or” out of the eleventh resolution which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 2.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the clause as amended namely “to receive, punctually, at stated times, a fixed compensation for their services in which no diminution shall be made so as to affect the Persons actually in Office at the time of such... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Twelfth Resolution (Inferior Tribunals) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 12th resolution namely “That the national Legislature be empowered to appoint inferior Tribunals” it passed unanimously in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 0.] [Editors' note: By this time, the Georgia delegation had... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Remove Supreme Court Jurisdiction of Impeachment Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “impeachments of national Officers” out of the 13th resolution which passed unanimously in the affirmative Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment to the Thirteenth Resolution Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the 13th resolution so as to read as follows namely That the jurisdiction of the national Judiciary shall extend to cases arising under laws passed by the general Legislature, and to such other questions as involve... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Fourteenth Resolution (Admittance of States) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 14 resolution namely Resolved That provision ought to be made for the admission of States lawfully arising within the limits of the United States, whether from a voluntary junction of government and territory, or... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Fifteenth Resolution - First Clause (Continuation of Confederation Congress) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first clause of the 15th resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House it passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 7.] [Editors' note: Madison records the vote differently, with South Carolina voting in favour.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Fifteenth Resolution - Second Clause (Completion of Engagements) Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the last clause of the 15th resolution it passed unanimously in the negative Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment for Federal Protection of States and Republicanism Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the sixteenth resolution so as to read as follows namely That a republican form of Government shall be guaranteed to each State — and that each State shall be protected against foreign and domestic violence which... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To agree to the 16th resolution as amended Ayes — 9; noes — 0.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider the Constitution of the Executive Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the several clauses of the 9th resolution which respect the appointment, duration, and eligibility of the National Executive. and unanimously agreed to reconsider immediately [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] [Editors'... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment for Presidential Electors Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause, namely, “for the term of seven years” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 5; divided — 2.] [Editors' note: Madison records the votes differently: 'Mas. divd. Cont. ay. N — J.... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment for Six Year Presidential Terms Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause namely “for the term of six years” it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 1.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment to the Apportionment of Electors Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative [Ayes—6; noes—4.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Allotment of Electors to Committee Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the last motion to a Committee which passed in the negative. [Ayes—3; noes—7.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add one Elector to the States of New Hampshire and Georgia. which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes—6; noes—4.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The last motion having been misunderstood, it was moved and seconded that it be put again — and on the question to give an additional Elector to each of the States of New Hampshire and Georgia it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 7.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the above resolution respecting the first election of the supreme Executive it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6; noes — 4.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ninth Resolution - Seventh Clause (Impeachment) Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Ninth Resolution - Seventh Clause (Impeachment) Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last motion which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 8.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the clause which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ninth Resolution - Eighth Clause (Presidential Compensation) Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause namely “to receive a fixed compensation for the devotion of his time to public service” which passed unan: in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ninth Resolution - Ninth Clause (Paid by National Treasury) Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Motion on Eligibility of Electors Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Motion for Compensation of Electors Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause, namely “to be paid out of the national Treasury” which passed unan: in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] [Editors' note: Farrand corrects a mistake on this vote where the Secretary had... Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the resolution respecting the Electors of the supreme Executive, namely “Who shall be paid out of the national Treasury for the devotion of their time to the public service” which passed... Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment for Supreme Court Veto Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the words “national Executive” in the 10th resolution the words “together with the supreme national Judiciary.” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 4; divided — 2.] Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the 10th resolution, as reported from the Committee of the whole House, namely Resolved that the national Executive shall have a right to negative any legislative act, which shall not be afterwards passed unless... Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following amendment of the 3rd clause of the 11th resolution, namely “That the Judges shall be nominated by the Executive, and such nomination shall become an appointment if not disagreed to by the second Branch of the... Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the 11th resolution, as reported from the Committee of the whole House, namely “The Judges of which shall be appointed by the second Branch of the national Legislature” it passed in the affirmative... Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till Monday next at 11 o’clock A. M. Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable John Langdon and Nicholas Gillman Esquires, Deputies from the State of New Hampshire, attended and took their seats. [Editors' note: Williamson writes in a letter to James Iredell on 22 July that 'two delegates from New Hampshire arrived... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable John Langdon and Nicholas Gillman Esquires, Deputies from the State of New Hampshire, attended and took their seats. [Editors' note: Williamson writes in a letter to James Iredell on 22 July that 'two delegates from New Hampshire arrived... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Seventeenth Resolution (Amendments) Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 17th resolution, as reported from the Committee of the whole House, namely “That provision ought to be made for the amendment of the articles of union, whensoever it shall seem necessary” it passed unanimously in the... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment to Oaths of Office Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 18th resolution as amended namely “That the legislative, Executive, and Judiciary Powers within the several States, and of the national Government, ought to be bound by oath to support the articles of union” It passed... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment for State Ratification Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the following words out of the 19th resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House namely “to an Assembly or assemblies of representatives, recommended by the several Legislatures, to be expressly chosen... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 19th resolution as reported from the Committee of the whole House, namely Resolved that the amendments which shall be offered to the confederation by the Convention ought at a proper time or times after the approbation... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Motion on Representation in the Senate Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment for Three Senators per State Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Gorham's Amendment for Two Senators per State Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank with the word “Three” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank with the number “Two” which was unanimously agreed to [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the resolution as filled up — it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 9; noes — 1.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Ninth Resolution (Executive) Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider that clause of the resolution respecting the appointment of the supreme Executive. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Tomorrow Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and to-morrow was assigned for the reconsideration. [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn. Ayes — 0; noes — 10.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Resolutions to a Committee of Detail Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded that the proceedings of the Convention for the establishment of a national government, except what respects the Supreme Executive, be referred to a Committee for the purpose of reporting a Constitution conformably to the... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Committee to Consist of a Member from Each State Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question that the Committee consist of a Member from each State it passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Committee to Consist of Seven Members Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question that the Committee consist of Seven it passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5.] Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Committee to Consist of Five Members Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question that the Committee consist of five it passed unanimously in the affirmative. [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] To-morrow assigned for appointing the Committee. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the house adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock. Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Houstoun's Amendment for Presidential Election by Legislature Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the following words out of the resolution respecting the supreme Executive namely “by electors appointed for that purpose by the Legislatures of the States” and to insert the words “by the national... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Ninth Resolution (Executive) Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the resolution respecting the Executive which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6; divided — 1.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Rule Wilson's Amendment in Order Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment to Presidential Terms and Elections Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The question of Order being taken on the last Motion — it was determined that the motion is in order. [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to postpone the consideration of the resolution, it passed unanimously in the affirmative Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Appointment of the Committee of Detail Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to discharge the Committee of the whole House from acting on the propositions submitted to the Convention by the honorable Mr C. Pinckney — and that the said propositions be referred to the Committee to whom the Proceedings of... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to take the like order on the propositions submitted to the Convention by the honorable Mr Paterson which passed unan: in the affirmative Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment to Presidential Elections Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment to the resolution respecting the election of the supreme Executive namely “except when the Magistrate last chosen shall have continued in office the whole term for which he was chosen, and... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Pinckney's Motion on Presidential Ineligibility Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Pinckney's Motion on Presidential Ineligibility Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last amendment which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Committee of Detail to have Copies of Proceedings Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
That the members of the Committee be furnished with copies of the proceedings Ayes — 10; noes — 1. Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
That the members of the House take copies of the resolutions which have been agreed to Ayes — 5; noes — 6. Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Ninth Resolution to Committee of Detail Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Before a determination was taken on the last motion [To adjourn Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] The House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Delegates to Take Copies of Resolutions Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Amendment for a Single Seven Year Term Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the third clause of the resolution respecting the national executive so as to read as follows, namely “for the term of seven years to be ineligible a second time” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes —... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the whole resolution respecting the supreme Executive namely. Resolved That a national Executive be instituted — to consist of a Single Person — to be chosen by the national Legislature — for the term of seven years — to be... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Resolution on Eligibility to Offices of State Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment to Remove Landed Property Qualification Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “landed” it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the clause respecting the qualification as amended it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment to Disqualify Pensioners Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the words “and Pensioners of the Government of the United States” to the clause of disqualification which passed in the negative. [Ayes —3; noes — 7; divided — 1.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the following words, namely “or have unsettled accounts with” which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the clause of disqualification as amended it passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Resolution on a National Capital Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last resolution. [Editors' note: Madison writes that Mason offered to withdraw the motion rather than postpone: 'Col. Mason did not mean to press the motion at this time, nor to excite... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Further Proceedings to Committee of Detail Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such proceedings of the Convention, as have been agreed on since Monday last, to the Committee of detail which passed unanimously in ye affirmative Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
[To adjourn till monday August Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] and then the House adjourned till monday Augt 6th Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The honorable John Francis Mercer Esq, One of the Deputies from the State of Maryland, attended and took his seat. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee of Detail Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until Wednesday Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to adjourn till wednesday morning which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 5.] [Editors' note: The delegations from Delaware, Georgia and New Jersey were not quorate for this session and therefore could not vote.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until Tomorrow Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The house then adjourned till to-morrow morning at 11 o’Clock A. M. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Preamble Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the Preamble to the constitution as reported from the committee to whom were referred the Proceedings of the Convention — it passed unan: in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] [Editors' note: Georgia regained its quorum... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article I (Style of Government) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first article, as reported, it passed in the affirmative Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article II (Tripartite Government) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the second article, as reported, it passed in the affirmative Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Legislative Veto Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the second clause of the third article so as to read “each of which shall in all cases have a negative on the legislative acts of the other” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to strike the following clause out of the third article namely “each of which shall, in all cases, have a negative on the other” it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment for Appointment of Meeting Day by Legislature Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following words to the last clause of the third article “unless a different day shall be appointed by law” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment for Congress to Meet in May Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “December” and to insert the word “May” in the third article which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 8.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Read's Amendment to Strengthen Presidential Veto Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert after the word “Senate” in the third article, the following words, namely “subject to the negative hereafter mentioned” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Rutledge's Amendment for Annual Meetings Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the last clause of the third article so as to read as follows namely “The Legislature shall meet at least once in every year; and such meeting shall be on the first monday in December unless a different day shall be... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Strike Out Qualifications of Electors Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the last clause in the first section of the fourth article which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 7; divided — 1.] [Editors' note: Georgia dropped below quorum.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn Ayes — 4; noes — 5. Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjourn Until 10 O’Clock Tomorrow Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to adjourn till to-morrow morning at 10 o’clock which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 5; divided — 1.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjourn Until 11 O’Clock Tomorrow Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then adjourned till to-morrow morning at 11 o’clock [Ayes — 7; noes — 2.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first section of the fourth article as reported it passed unanimously in the affirmative Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “three” and to insert the word “seven” in the second section of the fourth article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Replace 'Resident of the State' with 'Resident in the State' Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike out the word “of” and to substitute “in” after resident in the 2 sect. 4 article Ayes — 4; noes — 7. Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Sherman's Amendment to Replace 'Resident' with 'Inhabitant' Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To postpone Mr motion in order to take up Mr Dickinsons Ayes — 3; noes — 8. [Editors' note: By rejecting the procedural motion to postpone Sherman's amendment in order to consider Dickinson's, the Convention effectively rejects Dickinson's amendment... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To insert the word “three” Ayes — 2; noes — 9. Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To add One year residence before the election Ayes — 4; noes 6; divided — 1.] [Editors' note: McHenry records the division within the Maryland delegation.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the second section of the fourth article as amended it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
C.C. Pinckney's Amendment for South Carolina to have Six Representatives Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “five” and to insert the word “six” before the words “in South Carolina” in the third section of the fourth article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the third section of the fourth article as reported it passed in the affirmative Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment Strengthening Link Between Representation and Taxation Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the latter clause of the fourth section of the fourth article so as to read as follows namely “according to the rule herein after made for direct taxation not exceeding the rate of One for every forty... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment for Representation of Free Citizens Only Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “free” before the word “inhabitants” in the fourth section of the fourth article which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Dickinson's Amendment to Guarantee One Representative per State Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
"Provided that every State shall have at least one representative" which passed in the affirmative Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the fourth section of the fourth article as amended it passed in the affirmative Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Pinckney's Motion to Strike Out the Fifth Section Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the fifth section of the fourth article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 6 section of the 4. article as reported. it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: The Delaware delegation was not quorate for the early part of this session.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article IV: Section 7 (Vacancies) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 7. section of the 4 article as reported it passed in the affirmative Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for State Executives to Fill Vacancies in Senate Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following words in the third clause of the 5 article after the word “executive” “of the State, in the representation of which the vacancies shall happen” which passed in the affirmative Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Motion to Strike Out the Third Clause Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment for Senate Oversight of Vacancies Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following words to the 3rd clause of the 1st section of the 5 article, namely “unless other provision shall be made by the Legislature” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment for State Legislatures to Fill Vacancies Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the 3rd. clause in the 1st section of the 5. article so as to read as follows, namely “vacancies happening by refusals to accept resignations or otherwise may be supplied by the Legislature of the State in the... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article V: Section 1 - Subsection 1 (Selection of Members) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the motion to agree to the three first clauses of the 1st section of the 5th article it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2; divided — 1.] [Editors' note: The New Jersey delegation reached a quorum by this vote. In his notes, Madison... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Article V: Section 1 - Subsection 2 (One Member, One Vote) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last clause in the first section of the 5. article which was passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 8; divided — 1.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the last clause in the 1st section of the 5. article it passed in the affirmative Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Clarify Section 2 Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following words after the word “after” in the 2nd section of the 5 article namely “they shall be assembled in consequence of” which passed in the affirmative Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 2nd section of the 5. article as amended. it passed in the affirmative Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment for Fourteen-Year Citizenship Qualification Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “four” and to insert the word “fourteen” in the 3 section of the 5 article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “four” and to insert the word “fourteen” in the 3 section of the 5 article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
C.C. Pinckney's Amendment for Ten-Year Citizenship Qualification Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “four” and to insert the word “Ten” in the 3 section of the 5 article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment for Nine-Year Citizenship Qualification Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “four” and to insert the word “nine” in the 3rd section of the 5 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 4; divided — 1.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Replace 'Resident' with 'Inhabitant' Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 3rd section of the 5 article by inserting the word “of” after the word “citizen” and the words “an inhabitant” instead of the words “a resident” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison indicates... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 3rd section of the 5 article as amended it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison indicates that this section was unanimously agreed to without further debate.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article V: Section 4 (Officers) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 4th section of the 5. article as reported it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison indicates that this motion was unanimously agreed to without discussion.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment to Differentiate Senate and House Elections Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “each House” and to insert the words “the House of representatives” in the 1st section of the 6th article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Add 'Respectively' After 'State' Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “respectively” after the word “State” in the 1st section of the 6. article which passed in the affirmative Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Read's Amendment to Clause 2 Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the second clause in the first section of the 6th article so as to read as follows namely “but regulations in each of the foregoing cases may, at any time, be made or altered by the Legislature of the United... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 1st section of the 6th article as amended it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison indicates that this vote was unanimously agreed upon.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Pinckney's Amendment on Congressional Property Qualification Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out 2nd sect. of the 6. article in order to introduce the following namely “That the qualifications of the members of the Legislature be as follows. The members of the House of representatives shall possess a clear... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Motion to Strike Out Property Qualification Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 2nd sect. of the 6. article as reported. it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 7.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider on Monday Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
and monday next was assigned for the reconsideration [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
King's Amendment to Define a Quorum in Each House Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the following words out of the 2nd sect. of the 6. article, namely “with regard to property” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] [Editors' note: According to the Journal, Delaware did not have... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 3rd sect. of the 6. article to read as follows, namely. “not less than 33 members of the House of representatives, nor less that 14 members of the Senate, shall constitute a quorum to do business; a smaller... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment to Compel Attendance Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following amendment to the 3rd sect. of the 6. article “and may be authorised to compel the attendance of absent members in such manner and under such penalties as each House may provide” which passed in the... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 3rd sect. of the 6. article as amended it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison writes that the question was agreed to 'nem. con.'.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VI: Section 4 (Election Results) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 4 sect of the 6 article as reported it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison writes that the vote was agreed 'nem. con.'.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VI: Section 5 (Freedom of Speech and Protection from Arrest) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 5. sect. of the 6 article as reported it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison writes that the question was agreed to 'nem. con.'.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the last clause in the 6 sect. of the 6. article by adding the following words “with the concurrence of two thirds” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0; divided — 1.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 6 sect. of the 6 article as amended it passed in the affirmative Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment for Individuals to Call for Votes to be Recorded Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “one fifth part” and to insert the words “of every one Member present” in the latter clause of the 7. sect. of the 6 article which passed in the negative. [Editors' note: Madison writes that this... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Carroll's Amendment to Differ Journal Keeping in Each House Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “each House” and to insert the words “the House of representatives” in the second clause of the 7 sect of the 6 article — and to add the following words to the section, namely “and any member of the... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment for Congress to Omit Secret Items from Journal Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the following words out of the 7 sect of the 6 article, namely “when it shall be acting in a legislative capacity” and to add the following words to the section “except such parts thereof as in their judgment... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment Reworking Section 7 Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the first clause of the 7 sect. of the 6 article to read as follows namely “Each House shall keep a Journal of it’s proceedings, and shall from time to time publish the same; except such part of the proceedings of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment for Congress to Omit Foreign Affairs from Journal Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert in the first clause of the 7 sect of the 6 article after the word “thereof” the following words “relative to Treaties and military operations” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VI: Section 7 - Clause 1 (Journals) Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the 1st clause of the 7 sect. of the 6 article as reported Ayes — 11; noes 0. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VI: Section 7 - Clause 2 (Secrecy) Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
except such parts thereof as in their judgment require secrecy. Ayes — 6; noes — 4; divided — 1. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VI: Section 7 - Clause 3 (Voting Records) Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To agree to the last clause of the 7 sect of the 6 art. Ayes — 11; noes — 0. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 7. sect. of the 6 article as amended it passed in the affirmative Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VI: Section 8 - Clause 2 (No Relocation) Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To commit the 2nd clause of the [8] sect. 6 art. Ayes —4; noes — 7. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
King, Madison and Morris's Amendment to Fix Location of Congress Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
“nor to any other place than that at which the two Houses are sitting” 8 sect. 6 article Ayes — 10; noes — 1. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out Clause 3 and Add Prefix Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to prefix the following words to the 8 sect. of the 6 article, namely “During the session of the Legislature” and to strike out the last clause of the section which passed in the affirmative Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 8 sect. of the 6 article as amended. it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: According to McHenry this action was taken on August 14.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Article IV: Section 5 (Originating Money Bills) Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the 5. sect. of the 4. article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2; divided — 1.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider on Monday Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
and monday next was assigned for the reconsideration [Editors' note: This decision was likely unanimous.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till Monday next at 11 o’Clock A. M. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn. — Ayes — 5; noes — 5; divided — 1. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment to Soften Wording Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To agree to the first clause of Mr Randolph's proposition for reinstating the 5 Section 4 article [Editors' note: Both the Journal and Madison record this vote as pertaining only to the first clause of Randolph's amendment, not the whole clause. There... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 5 sect. of the 4. article as reported it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] [Editors' note: Madison records the vote differently: 'N. H. ay. Mas. ay. Ct. no. N J. no. Pa. no. Del. no. Md. no Va. ay. 〈N. C.... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article IV: Section 5 - Clause 2 (Originating Money Bills) Reconsidered Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
[last clause 5 section 4. article Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 9. section of the 6 article in order to take up the following “The members of each House shall be incapable of holding any Office under the United States for which they, or any other for... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Exempt Officers in the Military Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment to Pay Congress from the US Treasury Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the latter clause of the 10 sect. of the 6 article and to insert the following “to be paid out of the Treasury of the United States” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment for Five Dollars a Day Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment to the 10 sect. of the 6 article “five dollars or the present value thereof per diem during their attendance & for every thirty miles travel in going to and returning from Congress” which... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Congress to Set its Own Compensation Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment to the 10th sect. of the 6 article “to be ascertained by law” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This vote was presumably unanimous.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A M Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VI: Section 11 (Enacting Style) Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 11 Sect. of the 6 article as reported it passed in the affirmative Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out Final Clause Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the latter part of the 12 Sect. of the 6 article, which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This decision was likely unanimous given the redundancy of the clause at this point and Jackson's habit of not... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Strong's Amendment for the House to Originate Money Bills Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Article VI: Section 12 (Originating Bills) Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last amendment which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Article VI: Section 13 (Presidential Approval) Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 13th sect. of the 6th article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment for Supreme Court Ratification Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendmt of the 13th sect. of the 6 article. “Every bill which shall have passed the two Houses, shall, before it become a law, be severally presented to the President of the United States and to the... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment for Three-Quarters Majority to Overturn Presidential Veto Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “two thirds” and to insert the words “three fourths” in the 13th sect. of the 6 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 4; divided — 1.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment for Presidential Veto of Congressional Resolutions Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the first clause of the 13 sect. of the 6 article as follows “No Bill or resolve of the Senate and House of representatives shall become a Law, or have force until it shall have been presented to the President of the... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Limit Public Spending to that Allowed Solely by Law Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
No money shall be drawn from the Treasy of the U. S. but in conseq. of approns by law. withdrawn. Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn Ayes — 3; noes — 7. Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Increase Time for Presidential Deliberation Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “seven” and to insert the words “ten (“sundays excepted”) in the 13th sect. of the 6 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 13 sect. of the 6 article as amended it passed in the affirmative Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Motion for Presidential Veto of Congressional Resolutions Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VII: Section 1 - Clause 1 (Taxing and Spending) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Amendment to Prevent Taxation of Exports Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VII: Section 1 - Clause 3 (Naturalization) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
separate questions being taken on the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 clauses of the 1. sect. of the 7 article as amended They passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison does not mention this vote. But as Madison records most of these clauses... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment for Power to Establish Post-Roads Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the words “and post roads” after the words “post offices” in the 7 clause of the 1st sect of the 7. article which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
separate questions being taken on the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 clauses of the 1. sect. of the 7 article as amended They passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison does not mention this vote. But as Madison records most of these clauses... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VII: Section 1 - Clause 8 (Public Debt) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “and emit bills” out of the 8. clause of the 1 section of the 7 article which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn Ayes — 4; noes — 7. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “joint” before the word “ballot” in the 9 clause of the 1 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] [Editors' note: Delaware was either absent or not quorate during this vote.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the 9 clause of the 1. sect. of the 7 article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] [Editors' note: Delaware was now quorate, but New Jersey was not.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions having been taken on the 9, 10, 11, 12, and 14 clauses of the 1st section, 7 article as amended. They passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison records many of these votes as unanimous, though he does not report on a final... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike out the words “and punishmt 11 clause 1 sect 7 art Ayes — 7; noes — 3. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Powers Against Piracy Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the first part of the 12th clause 1 sect. 7 article to read as follows “To punish piracies and felonies committed on the high seas” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “define and” between the word “To” and the word “punish” in the 12 clause which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: It is likely that this motion was unanimously agreed.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment to Powers Against Counterfeiting Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the second part of the 12 clause as follows “To punish the counterfeiting of the securities and current coin of the United States, and offences against the law of nations” which passed in the affirmative [Editors'... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions having been taken on the 9, 10, 11, 12, and 14 clauses of the 1st section, 7 article as amended. They passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison records many of these votes as unanimous, though he does not report a final... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
"or without, when the Legislature cannot." Ayes — 5; noes — 3; divided — 2. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 13 clause of the 1st sect. 7 article amended as follows “To subdue a rebellion in any State against the government thereof on the application of it’s Legislature, or without when the Legislature cannot meet” it passed... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
“To subdue rebellion” Ayes — 2; noes — 4; divided — 1. [Editors' note: Several members of the Convention appear to have left between this vote and the previous one. In addition to New Jersey and Pennsylvania, who had not been represented prior to this... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “make” and to insert the word “declare” in the 14th clause which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 5.] [Editors' note: The number of voting delegations returned to nine for this vote. Delaware... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Pinckney's Motion to Strike Out Clause 14 Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The question being again taken to strike out the word “make” and to insert the word “declare” in the 14. clause it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 1.] [Editors' note: Madison adds the following: 'On the remark by Mr. King that "make" war... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the words “and to make peace” to the 14 clause which passed in the negative [Ayes — 0; noes — 10.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation returned to quorum for this vote.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
separate questions having been taken on the 9, 10, 11, 12, and 14 clauses of the 1st section, 7 article as amended. They passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: McHenry contradicts the Journal, writing in his notes that the Convention 'debated the... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’Clock A. M. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Additional Powers Proposed for the Legislature of the United States Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Additional Proposed Powers to Committee of Detail Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6;... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The following additional powers proposed to be vested in the Legislature of the United States having been submitted to the consideration of the Convention — It was moved and seconded to refer them to the Committee to whom the proceedings of the... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Rutledge's Motion for Extending Sessions of the Convention Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following resolution, namely Resolved That this Convention will meet punctually at 10 o’clock every morning (Sundays excepted) and sit till four o’clock in the afternoon, at which time the President shall... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “and support” between the word “raise” and the word “armies” in the 14. clause, 1 sect, 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison says the motion passed unanimously.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to 'Provide and Maintain' Fleets Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “build and equip” and to insert the words “provide and maintain” in the 15 clause, 1 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison says this vote was unanimous.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Power to Regulate Military Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following as a 16th clause, in the 1 sect. of the 7. article “To make rules for the government and regulation of the land and naval forces” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Since the beginning... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment to Limit Size of a Standing Army Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Renewed Amendment for Power to Regulate the Militia Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Amendments on Power to Regulate Militia to Committee Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the last two motions to a Committee which passed in the affirmative and they were referred to the Committee of eleven. [Ayes — 8; noes — 2; divided — 1.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till monday next at 10 o’clock A. M. [Editors' note: As a result of adopting Rutledge's change of rules regarding sessions of the Convention, only the President could call for an adjournment. The decision to adjourn, which... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Further Powers Proposed for the Legislature of the United States Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following clause in the 1. sect. 7 article “To make sumptuary laws” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following clause in the 1st sect. of the 7 article “To establish all offices” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the last clause of the 1st sect. 7 article, as reported, it passed in the affirmative. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To commit the 2nd section 7 article Ayes — 5; noes — 5; divided — 1. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Treason to Consist of an Overt Act Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “some overt-act of” after the word “in” in the 2 sect. 7 article and to strike out the word “and” before the words “in adhering” and to insert the word “or” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note:... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “or any of them” 2 section 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison records that this vote was agreed 'nem. con.'.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Define Treason based on British Law Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 2nd sect. 7 article in order to take up the following. “Whereas it is essential to the preservation of Liberty to define precisely and exclusively what shall constitute the crime of... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “against the United States” 1st line, 2 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Stronger Evidence Prior to Conviction Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “to the same overt-act.” after the word “witnesses” 2 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] [Editors' note: New Hampshire regained a quorum for this vote.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out 'some overt-act of' in the First Line Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “some overt-act” out of the 1st line, 2 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison does not say as much in his notes, but this vote was likely unanimous.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “Sole and exclusive” before the word “power” in the 2 clause, 2 sect, 7 article. which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment to Reinstate 'against the United States' in the First Line Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to re-instate the words “against the United States” in the first line, 2 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out 'of the United State' in the Third Line Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “of the United States” in the 3rd line 2 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This decision was likely unanimous.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
MrM — 〈adison〉 was not satisfied with the footing on which the clause now stood. As treason agst the U- States involves Treason agst. particular States, and vice versa, the same act may be twice tried & punished by the different authorities — Mr Govr... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment Reworking the First Line Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 1st clause of the 2 sect. 7 article to read “Treason against the United States shall consist only in levying war against them, or in adhering to their enemies” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note:... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the words “giving them aid and comfort” after the word “enemies” in the 2 section, 7 article. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
L. Martin's Amendment for Conviction on Confession Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the words “overt act” the words “or on confession in open court” 2 section, 7 article. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 2nd section of the 7 article as amended it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison confirms that this vote was unanimous.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out Reference to 'white and other' Citizens Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “white and other” out of the 3rd sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison records this vote as unanimous.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “six” and to insert the word “three” in the 3rd section of the 7 article. which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment on Pre-Census Taxation Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Before a question was taken on the last motion The House adjourned. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on State Debts and Militia Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 3rd sect. of the 7 article as amended it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Sherman's Amendment on Finance and Taxation Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment on State Debts Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment on Liquidation Prior to Application of Taxation by Census Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison records that this amendment was agreed to 'nem con'.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to take up the amendment offered to the 12 sect of the 6 article, entered on the Journal of the 15th instant, and then postponed it passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
L. Martin's Amendment on Compelling Payment of Taxes by States Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Clymer's Amendment on Limiting Taxation on Exports Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following clause after the word “duty” in the first line 4 sect. 7 article “for the purpose of revenue” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment for Two-Thirds Majority to Impose Export Tax Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the 3rd sect. 7 article “and whenever the Legislature of the United States shall find it necessary that revenue should be raised by direct taxation, having apportioned the same, according to the... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the first clause of the 4 sect. 7 article by inserting the following words “unless by consent of two thirds of the legislature” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VII: Section 4 - Clause 1 (Export Duties) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first clause of the 4 section of the 7 article, as reported, it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Before the question was taken on the last motion The House adjourned Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The motion, made yesterday, to insert the word “free” before the word “persons” in the 4 section of the 7 article, being withdrawn, Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Article VII: Sections 4 (Import and Export) & Section 5 (Capitation Tax) to a Committee Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to commit the two remaining clauses of the 4 section, and the 5 section of the 7 article which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation was not quorate for this vote.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to com’t the 6th section of the 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee of Detail Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Motion to Prohibit Bills of Attainder and Ex Post Facto Laws Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following clause after the 2nd section of the 7 article “The Legislature shall pass no bill of attainder, nor any ex post facto laws.” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided —... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Consider Second Report of the Committee of Detail Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Second Report of the Committee of Detail Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the report, in order that the Members may furnish themselves with copies of the report, which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Consider Report of Committee on State Debts and Militia Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to take up the report of the Committee of eleven, entered on the Journal of the 21st instant which passed in the affirmative. Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Simplify Clause on Debts Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Liquidate the Claims Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the amendment by striking out the words “discharge the debts” and insert the words “liquidate the claims” which passed in the negative Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the clause as amended, namely, “The Legislature shall fulfil the engagements and discharge the debts of the United States” it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] [Editors' note: Both the Journal and Madison... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Sherman's Amendment to Remove Training of Militia from State Control Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Before the question was taken on the last motion The House adjourned Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Dayton's Amendment on Power Over the Militia Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the second clause of the report of the Committee of eleven in order to take up the following “To establish an uniform and general system of discipline for the militia of these States, and to... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Amendment on Power Over the Militia Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the second clause of the report of the Committee of eleven in order to take up the following “To establish an uniformity of arms, exercise, and organization for the militia — and to provide... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Second Clause Back to Committee on State Debts and Militia Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to recommit the 2nd clause of the report of the Committee of eleven which passed in the negative. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Clause: First Part (Regulating Militia) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first part of the 2nd clause of the report, namely “To make laws for organizing, arming, and disciplining the militia, and for governing such part of them as may be employed in the service of the United States” it... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment for General Officers to be Appointed by National Government Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the next part of the 2nd clause of the report to read “reserving to the States, respectively, the appointment of the Officers under the rank of general Officers it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes —... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following part of the 2nd clause of the report, namely, “reserving to the States, respectively, the appointment of the Officers” it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison records this vote passing 'nem: contrad:'.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Clause: Third Part (Training Militia) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following part of the 2nd clause of the report, namely, “and the authority of training the militia according to the discipline prescribed by the United States” it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article VII: Section 7 (Title of Nobility) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the 7 section of the 7 article, as reported, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following clause after the 7 section of the 7 article. “No person holding any office of profit or trust under the United States, shall without the consent of the Legislature accept of any present, emolument,... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 8th article to read as follows “This Constitution and the Laws of the United States made in pursuance thereof, and all treaties made under the authority of the United-States, shall be the supreme law of the... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 8 article as amended it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources records a vote count for the Eighth Article, but it seems likely that it was a unanimous decision.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Provide for Calling on the Militia Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Pinckney's Amendment for Power to Negative State Laws to a Committee Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to commit the proposition which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Wording of Article VII: Section 1 - Clause 1 (Taxing and Spending) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 1st section of the 7. article to read “The Legislature shall fulfil the engagements and discharge the debts of the United-States, and shall have the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts, and... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Morris's Amendment on Treaty Ratification by Congress Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the amendment. which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 5.] [Editors' note: The New Hampshire delegation was not quorate for this vote.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment. it passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 8; divided — 1]. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Power to Appoint Public Ministers Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “and other public ministers” after the word “ambassadors” in the first section 9 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article IX: Section 1 - Clause 1 (Treaties) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on postponing the several clauses of the first sect. 9 article they passed in the affirmative. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article IX: Section 1 - Clause 2 (Appoint Public Offices) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on postponing the several clauses of the first sect. 9 article they passed in the affirmative. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article IX: Section 1 - Clause 3 (Appoint Supreme Court) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on postponing the several clauses of the first sect. 9 article they passed in the affirmative. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Article IX: Section 1 back to the Committee of Detail Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to take up the 1st section of the 9 article, in order to it’s being committed which passed in the affirmative. and it was referred to the Committee of five. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
and then the House adjourned Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Tomorrow Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
to-morrow was assigned for the reconsideration [Editors' note: Because assigning days for future business was typically done via a separate procedural motion, the editors have represented such a motion, despite the fact that the record does not... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Article IX: Sections 2 and 3 (State Disputes) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 2nd and 3rd sections 9 article. which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 7.] [Editors' note: North Carolina had regained its quorum by this vote.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the 2nd and 3rd sections of the 9th article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article X: Section 1 - Clause 1 (Single Person) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the 1st 2nd and 3rd clauses of the 1st section — 10th article, as reported, they passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison writes that 'on the question for vesting the power in a single person — It was... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article X: Section 1 - Clause 2 (Presidential Style) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the 1st 2nd and 3rd clauses of the 1st section — 10th article, as reported, they passed in the affirmative. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article X: Section 1 - Clause 3 (Presidential Title) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the 1st 2nd and 3rd clauses of the 1st section — 10th article, as reported, they passed in the affirmative. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “Legislature” and to insert the word “People” in the 1st section 10th article. which passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “joint” before the word “ballot” in the 1st section of the 10th article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the word “Legislature” in the 1st section 10th article the words “each State having one vote” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Pinckney's Amendment for Presidential Election by Majority Present Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert after the word “Legislature” in the 1st sect. of the 10 article the words “to which election a majority of the votes of the Members present shall be required” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause “and in case the numbers for the two highest in votes should be equal, then the President of the Senate shall have an additional casting voice” it passed in the negative. [Editors' note: Madison... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment to the first sect. of the 10th article “shall be chosen by electors to be chosen by the People of the several States” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Article X: Section 1 - Clauses 4 and 5 (Elections and Terms) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the two last clauses of the 1st sect. 10 article which passed in the negative [Editors' note: Madison adds that this motion was 'disagreed to without a count of the States'. Given Jackson's... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Article X: Section 1 - Clauses 4 and 5 (Elections and Terms) to a Committee Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the two last clauses of the 1st sect. 10 article. to a committee of a Member from each State. which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 5; divided — 1.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Renewed Amendment for Presidential Election by Electors Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause “shall be chosen by electors” it passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 4; divided — 2.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation was not quorate for this vote, and as there are no vote counts... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The consideration of the remaining clauses of the 1st section 10 article was postponed till to-morrow on the request of the Deputies of the State of New Jersey. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Move 'Information' Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to transpose the word “information” and to insert it after the word “Legislature” in the first clause of the 2 sect. 10 article it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: There is no record of a vote count, but the vote was likely... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “he may” and to insert the word “and” before the word “recommend” in the second clause of the 2 sect. 10 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This vote was likely unanimous.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Add 'And' After 'Occasions' Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “and” after the word “occasions” in the 2 sect. 10 article; which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This vote was likely unanimous.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Insert 'Shall' Before 'Think Proper' Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “shall” before the words “think proper” 2 sect. 10 article. which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This vote was likely unanimous.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment to Prevent Presidential Creation of Offices Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “officers” and to insert the words “to offices” after the word “appoint” in the 2 sect. of the 10 article which passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: This vote was likely unanimous.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “or by law” after the word “constitution” in the 2nd section of the 10th article which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] [Editors' note: North Carolina was either absent or not quorate.... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Dickinson's Amendment to Limit Presidential Appointments Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “and shall appoint to offices in all cases not otherwise provided for by this Constitution” and to insert the following “and shall appoint to all offices established by this Constitution, except in... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Sessions at 3 O'Clock Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following order “That the order respecting the adjournment at four be repealed, and that in future the House assemble at ten and adjourn at three which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Article VII: Section 1 - Clause 1 (Taxing and Spending) Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the first clause of the first section 7 article, in order to take up the following amendment “all debts contracted and engagements entered into, by or under the authority of Congress shall be as valid against the... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment on Confederation Debt Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the first clause of the first section 7 article, in order to take up the following amendment “all debts contracted and engagements entered into, by or under the authority of Congress shall be as valid against the... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the first clause of the 1st sect. 7 article “for the payment of said debts and for the defraying the expences that shall be incurred for the common defence and general welfare” which passed in... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the report of the Committee of eleven, entered on the Journal of the 24th instant as follows to strike out the words “the year eighteen hundred” and to insert the words “the year eighteen hundred and eight” which... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Dickinson's Amendment on the Slave Trade Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first part of the report as amended, namely. “The migration or importation of such persons as the several States now existing shall think proper to admit shall not be prohibited by the Legislature prior to the year... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Limit Duty on Slaves to $10 Each Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the second clause of the report as amended it passed in the affirmative Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to postpone the farther consideration of the report it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison writes that this question to postpone referred to the striking out Section 6. He does not record a vote count.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the first clause of the report to read The importation of Slaves into such of the States as shall permit the same shall not be prohibited by the Legislature of the U. S. until the year 1808. which passed in the... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the above propositions to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for President to Receive Public Ministers Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the words “and other public Ministers” after the word “Ambassadors” 2 sect. 10 article which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “and may correspond with the supreme executives of the several States” out of ye 2 sect. 10 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 1.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
[—————Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] [Editors' note: In the Detail of Ayes and Noes, Jackson includes this vote without naming the motion to which it pertains. Farrand suggests that this is the vote Madison records on Sherman's amendment as 'N— H— no. Mas. no.... Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Clarify Limit of Presidential Power to Pardon Impeachments Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “except in cases of impeachment” after the word “pardons” 2 sect. 10 article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison records that this vote was unanimous.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article X: Section 2 - Clause 8, Sub-Clause 2 (No Pardon for Impeachment) Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause “but his pardon shall not be pleadable in bar” it passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned. Saturday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “after conviction” after the words “reprieves and pardons” 2 sect. 10 article. — (Motion withdrawn). Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Sherman's Amendment on Command of the Militia Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the clause giving the command of the militia to the executive to read “and of the militia of the several States when called into the actual service of the United States” which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6;... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article X: Section 2 - Clause 12 (Impeachment) Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article X: Section 2 - Clause 13 (Acting Presidents) Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Amendment for President to Defend the Constitution Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the oath of office to be taken by the supreme Executive “and will to the best of my judgment and power, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States” which passed in the... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Johnson's Amendment to Insert "Law and Equity" Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “both in Law and Equity” after the words “United States” 1 line, 1 sect, 11th article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 2.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 1st sect. 11 article as amended. it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 6; noes — 2.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause after the word “behaviour” 2 section. 11 article “Provided that they may be removed by the Executive on the application by the Senate and House of representatives” which passed in the negative... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “encreased or” before the word “diminished” in the 2nd section 11th article. which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 5; divided — 1.] [Editors' note: The Georgia delegation dropped below quorum... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment to Prevent Increase in Compensation to Supreme Court Judges Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following words to the 2nd section 11 article “nor encreased by any act of the Legislature, which shall operate before the expiration of three years after the passing thereof.” which passed in the negative [Ayes —... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 2nd section of the 11 article as reported it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Farrand writes that the Journal record had become sporadic during the debate over the second section and that Jackson had... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Insert "Controversies" Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “controversies” before the words “between two” or which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This amendment was likely agreed unanimously.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XI: Section 3 - Clause 6: Sub-Clause 1 (Original Jurisdiction Over Impeachment) Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Original Jurisdiction over Cases Affecting the United States Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “the United States or” before the words “a State shall be a party” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources includes a vote count.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Clarify Appeals in Law and Fact, preferring State Courts Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment. In all the other cases beforementioned original jurisdiction shall be in the Courts of the several States but with appeal both as to Law and fact to the courts of the United States, with... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Dickenson's Amendment to Clarify Appeals in Law and Fact Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the clause to read “In cases of impeachment, cases affecting Ambassadors, other public Ministers and Consuls, and those in which a State shall be Party, this jurisdiction shall be original In all the other cases... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Legislature to Decide if Case Involving the United States is Original or Appellant Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out "Original Or" Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike out the words “original or” Ayes — 6; noes — 2. [Editors' note: The Georgia delegation was quorate again.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the last amendment. “But in cases in which the United States shall be a Party the jurisdiction shall be original or appellate as the Legislature may direct” [...] which passed in the negative... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Article XI: Section 3 (Jurisdiction) Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to reconsider the 3rd section 11 article it passed in the affirmative Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Rework the Sixth Clause (Original Jurisdiction) Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “this jurisdiction shall be original” and to insert the words “The supreme Court shall have original jurisdiction” which passed in the affirmative Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Subordinate Supreme Court to Congress Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment “In all the other cases before mentioned the judicial power shall be exercised in such manner as the Legislature shall direct” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 6.] [Editors'... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out the Eighth Clause (Inferior Courts) Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the last clause of the 3rd sect. 11 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 0.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Clarify Jurisdiction over Cases in Both Law and Equity Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “both in law and equity” before the word “arising” in the first line, 3rd section, 11 article. which passed in the affirmative. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Commercial Discrimination Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Clarify Appellate Jurisdiction Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “it shall be appellate” and to insert the words “the Supreme Court shall have appellate jurisdiction” 3 sect. 11 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 1.] [Editors' note: By this... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Congress to Direct Location of Trial for Crimes Committed Across States Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 4th section of the 11th article to read as follows. “The trial of all crimes (except in cases of impeachment) shall be by Jury — and such trial shall be held in the State where the said crimes shall have been... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XI: Section 5 (Judgment of Impeachment) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XII: Clause 1 (State Currency) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the several clauses of the 12 article, as amended, they passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: The Journal does include individual vote counts for each clause.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment to Prohibit Bills of Credit Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “nor emit bills of credit” after the word “money” in the 12 article which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 8; noes — 1; divided — 1.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment to Prohibit Paper Money Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following clause after the last amendment. “nor make any thing but gold and silver coin a tender in payment of debts” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] [Editors' note: The New Jersey... Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Rutledge's Amendment Prohibiting Attainder and Retroactive Laws Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the last amendment. “nor pass any bill of attainder or ex post facto laws” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] [Editors' note: Massachusetts dropped below quorum for this vote only.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XII: Clause 2 (Letters of Marque) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the several clauses of the 12 article, as amended, they passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: The Journal does not note vote counts for each individual clause.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert after the word “reprisal” the words “nor lay embargoes” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to transfer the following words from the 13 to the 12 article “nor lay imposts or duties on imports” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XII: Clause 3 (State Treaties and Alliances) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the several clauses of the 12 article, as amended, they passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: The Journal does not note vote counts for each individual clause.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XII: Clause 4 (State Titles of Nobility) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the several clauses of the 12 article, as amended, they passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: The Journal does not note vote counts for each individual clause.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XIII: Clause 1 (State Taxes on Imports) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert after the word “imports” in the 13th article the words “or exports” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the word “exports” in the 13th article the words “nor with such consent but for the use of the treasury of the United States” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
on the first clause 13 article Ayes — 9; noes — 2. Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XIII: Clause 2 (State Military) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the several clauses of the 13th article, as amended, they passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: The Journal does not note vote counts for each individual clause.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XIII: Clause 3 (State Foreign Relations) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the several clauses of the 13th article, as amended, they passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: The Journal does not note vote counts for each individual clause.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XIII: Clause 4 (State Conduct of War) Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the several clauses of the 13th article, as amended, they passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: The Journal does not note vote counts for each individual clause.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 14 article as reported it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 1; divided — 1.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “high misdemeanor,” and to insert the words “other crime” which passed in the affirmative Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 15th article as amended it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison writes that this was agreed 'nem. con.'] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned. Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Article XVI to a Committee Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Propositions for the Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Proposition for the Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Proposition for the Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the report of the Comme entd on ye Journal of the 24 instant take up the following proposition That no act of the Legislature for the purpose of regulating the commerce of the United States with foreign powers or... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the report of the Committee of eleven entered on the Journal of the 24 instant it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: Madison writes, 'The Report of the Committee for striking out sect: 6. requiring two thirds of... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Butler's Amendment to Seize and Return Fugitive Slaves Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following proposition to be inserted after the 15 article “If any Person bound to service or labor in any of the United States shall escape into another State, He or She shall not be discharged from such... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the two last clauses of the 17 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions being taken on the different clauses of the proposition [Editors' note: The Convention divided Morris's amendment into two separate amendments. To mimic this procedure, the editors have dropped the 'whole' version of the amendment... Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment Simplifying the Admission of New States: 2nd Clause Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the substitute for the 17 article, agreed to yesterday, in order to take up the following amendment. The Legislature shall have power to admit other States into the Union, and new States to be formed by the... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Replace 'Limits' with 'Jurisdiction' Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Johnson's Amendment to Insert 'Hereafter Formed' Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “hereafter formed or” after the words “shall be” in the substitute for the 17 article which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “the limits” and to insert the words “the jurisdiction” in the substitute offered to the 17 article. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
L. Martin's Amendment on the Admission and Creation of New States Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the substitute to the 17 article as amended in order to take up the following “The Legislature of the United States shall have power to erect new States within as well as without the territory... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the substitute offered to the 17 article, amended as follows. "New States may be admitted by the Legislature into this Union: but no new State shall be hereafter formed or erected within the jurisdiction of any of the... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The last motion being withdrawn [Editors' note: Madison adds that 'Mr. Carrol withdrew his motion' in order to propose another.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Carroll's Amendment on Territorial Claims Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
L. Martin's Amendment on Supreme Court Jurisdiction over Territorial Claims Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XVIII: Clause 1 (Republican Government) Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the first clause of the 18 article — it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out 'Foriegn' Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “foreign” in the 18 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] [Editors' note: Farrand reveals a deal of confusion between Madison and the Journal over this vote and previous votes.... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “on the application of it’s Legislature against” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Replace 'Domestic Violence' with 'Insurrections' Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “domestic violence” and insert the word “insurrections” in the 18 article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the last amendment “in the recess of the Legislature” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Add 'Or Affirmation' Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved or seconded to add the words “or affirmation” after the word “oath” 20 article which passed in the affirmative. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the 20 Article. “But no religious test shall ever be required as a qualification to any office or public trust under the authority of the United States” which passed unan: in the affirmative Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 20 article as amended it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 1; divided — 2.] [Editors' note: The Journal places this vote before the vote on Pickney's amendment; however, this placement seems to be an error,... Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to take up the report of the Committee of eleven. which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “conventions of” out of the 21st article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] [Editors' note: The North Carolina delegation dropped below quorum for this and the next vote.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank in the 21st article with the word “Thirteen” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] [Editors' note: This vote appears to pertain to the motion Carroll proposed at the end of the previous... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank in the 21st article with the word “Ten” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Amendment Requiring Nice States to Ratify the Constitution Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank in the 21st article with the word “nine” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 21st article as amended. it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “for their approbation” out of the 22nd article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] [Editors' note: Madison's record of this vote notes a different, affirmative outcome for the New... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment Calling for State Ratifying Conventions Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment to the 22nd article “This Constitution shall be laid before the United States in Congress assembled — and it is the opinion of this Convention that it should afterwards be submitted to a... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 22nd article which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 22nd article as amended. it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Article XXIII: Section 1 (Enaction by Congress) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Confirm Ratification by Nine States Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank in the 23rd article with the word “Nine” which passed in the affirmative Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Article XXIII: Section 2 (Execution of Constitution) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the remainder of the 23rd article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words “choose the President of the United States and” out of the 23rd article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2; divided — 1.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Commercial Discrimination: First Clause Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Commercial Discrimination: Second Clause Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the report “or oblige Vessels bound to or from any State to enter clear or pay duties in another” it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Postponed Parts of the Constitution and the Second Report of the Committee of Detail to a Committee Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer such parts of the Constitution as have been postponed, and such parts of reports as have not been acted on to a Committee of a Member from each State which passed in the affirmative and a Committee was appointed by... Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned. Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
First Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn until Monday Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to adjourn [Ayes — 7; noes — 1; divided — 1.] The House adjourned till Monday next at 10 o’clock A. M. [Editors' note: The New Jersey and Pennsylvania delegations were either absent or not quorate during this short session.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “judgments obtained in one State shall have in another” and to insert the word “thereof” after the word “effect” in the report from the Committee of five entered on the Journal of the 1st... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following clause of the report “To establish uniform laws on the subject of bankruptcies” it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 1.] [Editors' note: The Journal indicates that New Hampshire had regained its... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the report from Committee of eleven entered on the Journal of the 1st instant, in order to take up the following The Members of each House shall be incapable of holding any office under the... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “created” before the word “during” in the report of the Committee of eleven which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn Ayes — 2; noes — 8. [Editors' note: This motion may have been out of order, though the Convention clearly allowed it. On 18 August Rutledge's motion to regulate the meeting times and adjournments of the Convention passed, setting a new rule... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn Ayes — 4; noes — 6. [Editors' note: This motion may have been out of order, though the Convention clearly allowed it. On 18 August Rutledge's motion to regulate the meeting times and adjournments of the Convention passed, setting a new rule... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “created or the emoluments whereof shall have been encreased” before the word “during” in the report of the Committee. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 5; noes — 4; divided — 1.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
on the last question Ayes — 5; noes — 3; divided — 1. [Editors' note: The Journal suggests that there was a reconsideration of Williamson's amendment. This re-vote was likely due to the fact that there was there was no clear majority for the 'ayes'.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions having been taken on the report as amended they passed in the affirmative Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions having been taken on the report as amended they passed in the affirmative and the report, as amended, is as follows “The Members of each House shall be ineligible to any civil office under the authority of the United States... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The House then adjourned. Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: First Proposition Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Second Proposition Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the remainder of the report which passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Instruction to Devise a Plan to Defray Costs of Convention Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the following motion to the committee of eleven. To prepare and report a plan for defraying the expences of this Convention which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count... Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To adjourn Ayes — 11; noes — 0. The House adjourned [Editors' note: Is is likely that this motion was proposed before the usual adjournment time called by the President. This motion may have been out of order, though the Convention clearly allowed... Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Third Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Third Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Second Proposition Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolution and Order on Costs of Convention Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Resolution on Pay of Officers of the Convention Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Order that the Secretary Transmit Accounts to Treasury Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Take Up Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to take up the remainder of the report from the Committee of eleven entered on the Journal of the 4. instant [Editors' note: Though no formal vote is recorded, the motion was clearly accepted, as debate commenced.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the report in order to take up the following. “He shall be elected by joint ballot by the Legislature, to which election a majority of the votes of the Members present shall be required: He... Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “if such number be a majority of that of the Electors” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] [Editors' note: Madison marks Maryland as voting in favor of this motion.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “Senate” and to insert the word “Legislature” which passed in the Negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 7; divided — 1.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “such majority” and to insert the words “one third.” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike out the word “five” to insert “three” Ayes — 2; noes — 9. Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “five” and to insert the word “thirteen” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the word “electors” the words “who shall have balloted” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the words “if such number be a majority of the whole number of the Electors” the word “appointed” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Legislature to Determine Method of Voting Used by Electors Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert after the words “The Legislature may determine the time of chusing and assembling the Electors” the words “and of their giving their votes” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources... Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “seven” instead of “four” in the fourth clause of the report. which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “six” instead of “four” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Fourth Proposition - First Clause Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Four Year Presidential Terms Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To agree to the word “four” Ayes — 10; noes — 1. Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To agree to the clause respectg Presidt & V. Presidt Ayes — 10; noes — 1. Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Fourth Proposition - Second Clause Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To agree to the appointment of Electors. Ayes — 9; noes — 2. Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Transmit Election Results Under the State Seal Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “under the seal of the State” after the word “transmit” in the sixth clause of the report which passed in the negative. [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Fourth Proposition - Fourth Clause Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The person having the greatest number of votes shall be the Presidt Ayes — 8; noes — 2; divided — 1 Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Insert 'and who shall have given their votes' Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “and who shall have given their votes” after the word “appointed” in the 7 clause of the report. which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Votes to be Counted in Presence of Congress Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “in presence of the Senate and House of representatives” after the word “counted” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for Senate to Break a Tied President Vote Immediately Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the word “immediately” before the word “choose” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Fourth Proposition - Seventh Clause Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Clarify the Role of Electors in Choosing the Vice President Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “of the Electors” after the word “votes” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
and in every case after the choice of the Presidt the Person having the greatest number of votes [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] [Editors' note: This vote appears in the Table of Ayes and Noes, though the order in which it took place in the session is... Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause “That the Electors meet at the seat of the general Government” which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Hold Elections on the Same Day Throughout the United States Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause “But The election shall be on the same day throughout the United States” after the words “transmitting their votes” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
and that not less than ⅔ of the whole number of Senators be present — (In presence of the S & Ho of representatives) [Ayes — 6; noes — 4.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation was not quorate for this vote.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “The Senate shall immediately choose by ballot” &ca and to insert the words “The House of representatives shall immediately choose by ballot one of them for President, the Members from each State having... Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Ho of representatives to elect [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
King's Amendment for Members from Two Thirds of States to be a Quorum When Choosing a President Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment “But a quorum for this purpose shall consist of a Member or Members from two thirds of the States” which passed in the affirmative [“Unanimous”] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
King's Amendment for a Majority of the House of Representatives to be a Quorum When Choosing a President Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the following amendment “and also of a Majority of the whole number of the House of representatives” it passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Secretary's Redraft Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following clause after the words “throughout the United States” in the first sect. of the report. “The Legislature may declare by law what officer of the United States shall act as President in case of the... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment for a Majority of States in the House of Representatives to Choose a President in a Tie Break Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the following amendment after the words “a member or members from two thirds of the States” in the 1st sect of the report. “and the concurrence of a majority of all the States shall be necessary to make such... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Fifth Proposition Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 2nd sect. of the report. it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison states that this text was agreed unanimously.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The several amendments being agreed to, on separate questions, The first sect. of the report is as follows. [Editors' note: At the end of the session, the Journal and Madison record the Fourth Proposition as it then stood. Both versions differ in... Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Sixth Proposition - First Clause Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The V: Presidt shall ex officio be Presidt of the Senate. [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] [Editors' note: The delegation from North Carolina was not quorate for this vote.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Sixth Proposition - Second Clause Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions having been taken on the several clauses of the 3rd sect. of the report They passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Neither the Journal nor Madison stipulates how these clauses were separated. Without further guidance, the... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Sixth Proposition - Third Clause Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions having been taken on the several clauses of the 3rd sect. of the report They passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Neither the Journal nor Madison stipulates how these clauses were separated. Without further guidance, the... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Sixth Proposition - Fourth Clause Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Separate questions having been taken on the several clauses of the 3rd sect. of the report They passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Neither the Journal nor Madison stipulates how these clauses were separated. Without further guidance, the... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To insert “& the Ho of representatives” 5 sect of ye report [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment Requiring Senate Consent to Appointment of Consuls Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
“Ambassadors, other public Ministers, and Consuls” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
By & with the consent of the Senate appoint Ministers &ca [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Seventh Proposition - Third Clause Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Judges of the Supreme Court [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters: Seventh Proposition - Fourth Clause Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
and all other officers [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
— On the question to agree to the 4 sect. of the report as amended it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: The voting record on this question is uncertain. Farrand ascribes the voting record from the Journal to the whole proposition on Article... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Instruction to Devise a Proposition for an Executive Council Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 4 sect. of the report in order to take up the following. That it be an instruction to the Committee of the States to prepare a clause or clauses for establishing an Executive Council, as a... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment Requiring a Two Thirds Majority to Ratify Treaties Conceding Territory Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Amendment Prohibiting the President from Filling Offices not Created by Law Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment “neither shall any appointment be made as aforesaid unless to offices established by the Constitution or by law which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Amendment for Presidential Impeachment for High Crimes and Misdemeanors Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “or other high crimes and misdemeanors against the State” after the word “bribery” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] [Editors' note: Madison records a slightly different outcome on... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “by the Senate” after the word “conviction” which passed in the Negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 9.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “State” after the word “against” and to insert the words “United States” which passed in the affirmative. [“unanimous”] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the last clause of the report. it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment on Impeachment of Vice President and Other Government Officers Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause after the words “United States” “The Vice President and other civil Officers of the United States shall be removed from Office on impeachment and conviction as aforesaid” which passed in the... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment for Senators to Conduct Trial for Impeachment Under Oath Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 3rd clause of the report, entered on the Journal of the 4 instant, to read as follows In the place of the 1st sect. 9 article. insert “The Senate of the United States shall have power to try all impeachments:... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause “The Legislature shall have the sole right of establishing offices not herein provided for” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to amend the 3rd clause of the 2nd sect. 10 article to read “He may convene both or either of the Houses on extraordinary occasions” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer Draft Constitution to a Committee of Style and Arrangement Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to appoint a Committee of five to revise the style of and arrange the articles agreed to by the House which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to appoint a Committee of five to revise the style of and arrange the articles agreed to by the House which passed in the affirmative And a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G.... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to appoint a Committee of five to revise the style of and arrange the articles agreed to by the House which passed in the affirmative And a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G.... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to appoint a Committee of five to revise the style of and arrange the articles agreed to by the House which passed in the affirmative And a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G.... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to appoint a Committee of five to revise the style of and arrange the articles agreed to by the House which passed in the affirmative And a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G.... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to appoint a Committee of five to revise the style of and arrange the articles agreed to by the House which passed in the affirmative And a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G.... Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To reconsider the number of representatives [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] [Editors' note: Both Farrand and Madison point out that Adams' printed Journal incorrectly ascribes this vote to the next session.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The House adjourned. Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Instruction to Prepare an Address to the People Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the following to the Committee of revision. "That it be an instruction to the Committee to prepare an address to the People to accompany the present constitution, and to be laid with the same before the United States... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Adjournment Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The House met — but the Committee of revision not having reported, and there being no business before the Convention The House adjourned. Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee of Style and Arrangement Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Draft Letter to Congress Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Letter to Congress Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Letter to Congress: First Paragraph Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The draught of a letter to Congress being at the same time reported — was read once throughout, and afterwards agreed to by paragraphs. [Editors' note: In order to model this process, the editors have created a new version of the letter, onto which... Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Letter to Congress: Second Paragraph Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The draught of a letter to Congress being at the same time reported — was read once throughout, and afterwards agreed to by paragraphs. [Editors' note: In order to model this process, the editors have created a new version of the letter, onto which... Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Letter to Congress: Third Paragraph Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The draught of a letter to Congress being at the same time reported — was read once throughout, and afterwards agreed to by paragraphs. [Editors' note: In order to model this process, the editors have created a new version of the letter, onto which... Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Letter to Congress: Fourth Paragraph Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
The draught of a letter to Congress being at the same time reported — was read once throughout, and afterwards agreed to by paragraphs. [Editors' note: In order to model this process, the editors have created a new version of the letter, onto which... Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to appoint a Committee to prepare a Bill of rights which passed in the negative [Ayes — 0; noes — 10.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation dropped below quorum for this vote and the rest of the session.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Report on Ratification and Enactment of Constitution Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To postpone the report respecting the 22nd and 23rd [Ayes — 9; noes — 1.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation was not quorate for the early part of this session.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Consider the Report of the Committee of Style and Arrangement Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to proceed to the comparing of the report, from the Committee of revision, with the articles which were agreed to by the House; and to them referred for arrangement. which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of... Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Add 'For Two Years' Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To agree to add “for two years” [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] [Editors' note: This motion does not appear in Madison's notes, and the Journal gives no direction as to where the amendment should be inserted in the text. The editors have therefore placed the... Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Rescind the Rule for Adjournment Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To rescind the rule for adjournment [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Strike Out 'To' Before 'Establish Justice' Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike out the word “to” before establish justice [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] [Editors' note: The Pennsylvania delegation dropped below quorum.] Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Constitution Drafted by the Committee of Style and Arrangement (Amended) Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment to Insert 'Which Shall then Fill Such Vacancies’ Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the words ‘which shall then fill such vacancies’ after the words ‘meeting of the Legislature’ in the 2d clause of the 3d sect. 1st article which passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: This motion is crossed out in... Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Article I: Section 5 (Regulation of Legislature) Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To reconsider the 1st clause of the 5 sect. 1st article [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Article I: Section 8 - Clause 10 (Crimes and Punishment) Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To reconsider ye 10 clause 8 sect. 1 Article [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] [Editors' note: The clause in question reads, 'To define and punish piracies and felonies committed on the high seas, and punish offences against the law of nations.'] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To strike out the word “punish” [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To grant letters of incorporation for Canals &ca [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To establish an University [Ayes — 4; noes — 6; divided — 1.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To reconsider the ex post facto clause [Ayes — 0; noes — 11.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To insert The liberty of the Press shall be inviolably preserd [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] [Editors' note: Madison records New Hampshire as voting against the amendment. However, both McHenry and the Journal record New Hampshire as voting in favor.] Friday September 1787Committee: The Convention
To insert the words “or enumeration” [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] [Editors' note: The Massachusetts delegation fell below quorum for this vote.] Friday September 1787Committee: Rules Committee
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. — a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Wythe, Mr Hamilton, and Mr... Saturday May 1787Committee: Rules Committee
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. — a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Wythe, Mr Hamilton, and Mr... Saturday May 1787Committee: Rules Committee
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. — a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Wythe, Mr Hamilton, and Mr... Saturday May 1787Committee: Rules Committee
Mr Wythe reported from the Committee, (to whom the drawing up rules, proper in their opinion, to be observed by the Convention in their proceedings, as standing Orders, was referred) that the Committee had drawn up the rules accordingly, and had... Saturday May 1787Committee: Rules Committee
On motion of Mr C. Pinckney — ordered that a Committee be appointed to draw up rules to be observed as the standing Orders of the Convention — and to report the same to the House. [Editors' note: It is clear from this passage and standard procedure in... Saturday May 1787Committee: Rules Committee
Proposed Additional Rules and Standing Orders of the Convention Monday May 1787Committee: Rules Committee
Additional Instructions to the Rules Committee Monday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. [Editors' note: Though the Committee of the Whole was comprised of all delegates to the Convention, not... Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. [Editors' note: Farrand's entry for Gouverneur Morris' attendance reads 'Attended on May 25, and probably... Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. [Editors' note: Farrand's entry on Strong's attendance at the Convention reads, 'Attended on May 28; was... Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Agreeably to the order of the day the House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the State of the American union. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The House resolved itself into a Committee of the whole House to consider of the state of the American union Mr President left the chair. Mr Gorham, chosen by ballot, took the chair of the Committee. [Editors' note: In a footnote to his 1911 edition... Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Randolph's Third Proposition (Tripartite Government) Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Read's Amendment to the Third Resolution Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Second Resolution (Representation) Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment to Alter Representation from that of Confederation Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes - 7; noes - 0.] [Editors' note: Delaware appears not to have voted on this motion. It is possible that this abstention occurred because the delegation briefly dropped below quorum.] Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Madison's Amendment for an Equitable Representation Different from Confederation Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded that the Committee do now rise. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The honorable William Pierce Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Georgia attended and took his seat Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Third Resolution (Bicameral Legislature) Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to agree to the said resolution it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison's notes say that this resolution was 'agreed to without debate or dissent, 〈 except that of Pennsylvania, given probably from complaisance to... Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Fourth Resolution (First Branch of Legislature) Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Fourth Resolution - First Clause (Election of Members of First Branch of Legislature) Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Questions being taken separately on the foregoing clauses of the sixth resolution they were agreed to. Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Questions being taken separately on the foregoing clauses of the sixth resolution they were agreed to. Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The honorable William Houstoun, Esq a Deputy of the State of Georgia, attended and took his seat. Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Seventh Resolution (Executive) Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Seventh Resolution - First Clause (Establishment) Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to agree to the first clause of the resolution, namely “Resolved that a national executive be instituted” and on the question to agree to the said clause it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: The voting record... Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The honorable William Samuel Johnson Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Connecticut, and the honorable Daniel of St Thomas Jenifer, a Deputy of the State of Maryland, and the honorable John Lansing junior a Deputy of the State of New-York attended and... Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The honorable William Samuel Johnson Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Connecticut, and the honorable Daniel of St Thomas Jenifer, a Deputy of the State of Maryland, and the honorable John Lansing junior a Deputy of the State of New-York attended and... Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Seventh Resolution (Executive) Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to postpone it passed in the negative Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to postpone it passed in the negative [Ayes — 2; noes — 7; divided — 1.] [Editors' note: Farrand notes that Madison notes New York’s vote as 'no' instead of 'divided', but the editors have followed the Journal here, as it is... Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment Reworking Appointment and Term Length Clauses Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to agree to these words. it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 8; noes — 2] Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Seventh Resolution - Fourth Clause (Presidential Compensation) Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The honorable William Samuel Johnson Esquire, a Deputy of the State of Connecticut, and the honorable Daniel of St Thomas Jenifer, a Deputy of the State of Maryland, and the honorable John Lansing junior a Deputy of the State of New-York attended and... Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative. Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to strike out it passed in the negative. [Editors' note: Madison provides the voting record as: 'Connecticut. S. Carol: & Geo. being ay. the rest no'.] Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The question being taken to agree to the amendment, offered by Mr Dickinson it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 9.] Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Seventh Resolution - Fifth Clause (Ineligibility to Second Term) Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The question being then taken on the words contained in the resolution submitted by Mr Randolph, namely “to be ineligible a second time” it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 2; divided — 1.] Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Williamson's Amendment for Impeachment of the Executive Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to add the words it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Rutledge's Amendment for a Single Executive Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last motion, and on the question to postpone, it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a voting record.] Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Pinckney's Amendment for a Single Executive Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to fill up the blank with the words “a single person” it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] [Editors' note: As in the previous session, it appears that New Jersey was not quorate for this session and so was unable to vote.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Eighth Resolution (Check Upon Legislature by Executive and Judiciary) Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Eighth Resolution - First Clause (Council of Revision) Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Butler's Amendment for Executive Power to Delay Legislation Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
and on the question to agree to the alteration it passed unan: in the negative. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
A question was then taken on the resolution submitted by Mr Gerry namely “resolved that the national executive shall have a right to negative any legislative act which shall not be afterwards passed unless by two third parts of each branch of the... Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Wilson's Amendment for National Judiciary to Veto Legislation Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Renew the Amendment in a Subsequent Session Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
— Wednesday assigned to reconsider Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Ninth Resolution (Judiciary) Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Ninth Resolution - First Clause (Establishment) Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment for a Single Supreme Court, and Several Inferior Courts Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
and on the question to agree to the same. it passed in the affirmative. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
His Excellency William Livingston Esquire, a Deputy of the State of New Jersey, attended and took his seat Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment to Simplify Wording of Ninth Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
and on the question to strike out it passed in the affirmative Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to strike out the words “the national legislature” so as to read to be appointed by. On the question to strike out it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] [Editors' note: Madison records the voting as:... Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Ninth Resolution - Fourth Clause (Judicial Tenure and Compensation) Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to agree to the same it passed in the affirmative. Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Ninth Resolution - Remaining Clauses (Jurisdiction) Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to agree to the 10th resolution, as submitted by Mr Randolph namely “resolved that provision ought to be made for the admission of States lawfully arising within the limits of the United States, whether from a voluntary junction of... Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Twelfth Resolution (Transitionary Government) Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to agree to the 12th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph — namely “resolved that provision ought to be made for the continuance of a Congress and their authorities and privileges, until a given day, after the reform of the articles of... Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Assign the Following Day to Consider Election of First Branch of Legislature Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to reconsider the same to-morrow it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded that the Committee do now rise, report a further progress, and request leave to sit again. The Committee then rose Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Pinckney's Amendment for the First Branch of the National Legislature to be Chosen by the State Legislatures Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved by Mr C. Pinckney seconded by Mr Rutledge to strike the word “people” out of the 4th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph, and to insert in it’s place the word “Legislatures” so as to read “resolved that the Members of the first branch of... Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Wilson's Amendment for the Second Branch of the National Legislature to be Elected by Districts Thursday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to postpone it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] [Editors' note: The postponement of Dickinson's original amendment was negatived, and the subsequent proceedings show that Wilson's proposal was henceforth ignored.] Thursday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
A question was then taken on the resolution submitted by Mr Dickinson namely “Resolved that the members of the second branch of the national Legislature ought to be chosen by the individual Legislatures” And on the question to agree to the same it... Thursday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Notice to Move to Reconsider Mode of Appointing the Executive on the Following Day Thursday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Thursday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Thursday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Reconsider Mode of Appointing the Executive Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to reconsider it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Pinckney's Amendment for Representation in the First Branch to be Determined by Classes Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The honorable Luther Martin Esquire One of the Deputies of the State of Maryland attended and took his Seat. Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
A question being taken, on Mr Gerry’s motion, to strike out the following words in that clause of the 7th resolution, adopted by the Committee, which respects the appointment of the national Executive namely “to be chosen by the national legislature”... Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Honorable Abraham Baldwin Esquire, one of the Deputies of the State of Georgia, attended and took his seat. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
King's Amendment on Equitable Representation Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to agree to the same it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes—7; noes—3; divided—1.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Rutledge's Amendment for Representation in the First Branch based on Taxation Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Wilson's Amendment for Three Fifths of Slaves to be Counted in Representation Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to agree to Mr Wilson’s motion it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Sherman's Amendment for Each State to have One Vote in the Second Branch Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved by Mr Sherman seconded by Mr Ellsworth “That in the second branch of the National Legislature each State have One vote” On the question to agree to the same it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Wilson's Amendment for the Same Rules on Representation in Each Branch Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved by Mr Wilson seconded by Mr Hamilton to adopt the following resolution, namely, “Resolved that the right of suffrage in the second branch of the national Legislature ought to be according to the rule established for the first” On... Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment to Insert 'National Government' into the Eleventh Resolution Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
To amend the resolution by adding the words “national government” after the words [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] [Editors' note: Again, the Journal is the only source for this vote.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to agree to the 11th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph — and amended to read as follows — “Resolved that a republican constitution, and it’s existing laws ought to be guaranteed to each State by the United States.” And... Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to agree to the 11th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph — and amended to read as follows — “Resolved that a republican constitution, and it’s existing laws ought to be guaranteed to each State by the United States.” And on... Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Thirteenth Resolution - First Clause (Providing for Amendments) Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to agree to the same it passed in the affirmative. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Thirteenth Resolution - Second Clause (Without Consent of National Legislature) Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was agreed to postpone the following clause in the 13th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph namely “and that the assent of the national legislature ought not to be required thereto” Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved by Mr Martin seconded by ___ to strike out the words “within the several States” and on the question to strike out. it passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] [Editors' note: Yates's Notes attribute this vote not to L. Martin's... Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to agree to the 14th resolution as submitted by Mr. Randolph And on the question to agree to the same. it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to fill up with three years it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Strike Out Age Requirement in the First Branch Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to strike out the following words in the resolution namely to be of __ years at least. And on the question to strike out it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to add the words “and fixed” after the word “liberal” in that clause of the resolution which respects the stipend of the first branch passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to add the words “to be paid out of the public Treasury” agreed to [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Strike Out "by a particular State" Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “by a particular State” passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 5; divided — 2.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
a question being taken on the clause which respects the ineligibility of the members of the first branch it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment for Ineligibility to Offices for Three Years Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to amend the ___ resolution by inserting the words “and under the national government for the space of three years after it’s expiration.” passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 10.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment for Ineligibility to Offices for One Year Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Moved and seconded to fill up the blank with “One year” passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2; divided — 1.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
it was moved and seconded to strike out the following words namely “to be incapable of re-election for the space of ___ after the expiration of their term of service and to be subject to re-call. On the question to strike out passed in the affirmative Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment Against Age Requirement Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words to be of ___ years at least passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 6; divided — 2.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment Requiring Members to be Over Thirty Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Moved to fill up the blank with “Thirty” passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 4.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Moved and seconded to fill up the blank after the words “sufficient to ensure their independency” with “seven years” passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 8; noes — 1; divided — 2.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Rutledge's Amendment to Strike Out Compensation Clause Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On the question to strike out passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 7; divided — 1.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Make Compensation Same in Both Houses Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded that the clause which respects the stipends to be given to the second branch be the same as that of the first passed in the affirmative Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Make Ineligibility Same in Both Houses Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded that the ineligibility of the second branch to office be the same as the first. passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment to Clarify Clause Relating to Jurisdiction of Supreme Tribunal Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Ninth Resolution - Remaining Clauses (Jurisdiction) Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment Against Jurisdiction Over Piracy and Felonies at Sea Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to strike out the words “all piracies and felonies on the high seas” passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provide a vote count.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Amendment Against Jurisdiction Over Enemy Captures at Sea Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “all captures from an enemy” passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provide a vote count.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
C.C. Pinckney's Amendment on Jurisdiction Over Cases Involving Citizens from Different States Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “other States” and to insert the words “two distinct States in the union” passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Randolph's Amendment Extending Jurisdiction of National Judiciary Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved by Mr Randolph seconded by Mr Madison to adopt the following resolution respecting the national Judiciary namely “That the jurisdiction of the national Judiciary shall extend to cases which respect the collection of the national revenue,... Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved by Mr Gerry seconded by Mr Pinckney to add the following words to the fifth resolution adopted by the Committee namely “excepting money bills, which shall originate in the first branch of the national Legislature” passed in the negative... Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Virginia Plan as Reported by the Committee of the Whole House Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose Wednesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Dickinson's Amendment Reworking the First Resolution Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Rise Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
The Committee then rose. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
On a question to adopt Mr Dickinson’s motion — moved yesterday — it passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6; divided — 1.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded that the Committee do now rise — and report to the House that they do not agree to the propositions offered by the honorable Mr Paterson — and that they report the resolutions offered by the honorable Mr Randolph,... Tuesday June 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: First Committee on Representation
and a Committee by ballot was appointed of Mr Gerry, Mr Ellsworth, Mr Yates, Mr Paterson, Mr Franklin, Mr Bedford, Mr L Martin, Mr Mason, Mr Davie, Mr Rutledge and Mr Baldwin. Tuesday July 1787Committee: Second Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Saturday July 1787Committee: Second Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Saturday July 1787Committee: Second Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Saturday July 1787Committee: Second Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Saturday July 1787Committee: Second Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded that the Committee consist of five members. which was unanimously agreed to — and a Committee was appointed by ballot of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King. Saturday July 1787Committee: Second Committee on Representation
Report of the Second Committee on Representation Saturday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
It was moved and seconded to refer the first paragraph of the report to a Committee of One member from each State, which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] and a Committee was appointed by ballot of. The honorable Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr... Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
Report of the Third Committee on Representation Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
The honorable Mr King from the grand Committee to whom was referred the first paragraph of the report of a Comnittee consisting of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham, Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King, informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report Monday July 1787Committee: Third Committee on Representation
The honorable Mr King from the grand Committee to whom was referred the first paragraph of the report of a Comnittee consisting of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham, Mr Randolph, Mr Rutledge, and Mr King, informed the House that the Committee were prepared to... Monday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen — [Editors' note: This text comes from the 24 July 1787 Journal record. There is no record of... Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen — [Editors' note: This text comes from the 24 July 1787 Journal record. There is no record of... Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen — [Editors' note: This text comes from the 24 July 1787 Journal record. There is no record of... Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen — [Editors' note: This text comes from the 24 July 1787 Journal record. There is no record of... Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
The House then produced to ballot for the Committee of detail when the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Elsworth, and Mr Wilson were chosen — [Editors' note: This text comes from the 24 July 1787 Journal record. There is no record of... Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
Resolutions of the Committee of the Whole House (Amended) Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
Pinckney's Plan Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
New Jersey Plan Wednesday July 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
Additional Powers Proposed for the Legislature of the United States Tuesday August 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
Second Report of the Committee of Detail Tuesday August 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
The honorable Mr Rutledge, from the Committee to whom sundry propositions were referred on the 18 and 20th instant, informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report — he then read the report in his place — and the same, being delivered in... Tuesday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
It was moved and seconded That a Committee to consist of a Member from each State be appointed to consider the necessity and expediency of the debts of the several States being assumed by the United States [...] a Committee was appointed by ballot of... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
The honorable Mr Livingston, from the Committee of eleven to whom were referred a proposition respecting the debts of the several States, entered on the Journal of the 18 instant and a proposition respecting the militia entered on the Journal of the... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
Proposals for the Committee on State Debts and Militia Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
Report of the Committee on State Debts and Militia Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on State Debts and Militia
Tuesday August 21. 1787. The honorable Mr Livingston, from the Committee of eleven to whom were referred a proposition respecting the debts of the several States, entered on the Journal of the 18 instant and a proposition respecting the militia... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
a Committee (of a Member from each State) was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr King, Mr Johnson, Mr Livingston, Mr Clymer, Mr Dickinson, Mr L. Martin, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr C. C. Pinckney, & Mr Baldwin. — to whom the 2... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
The honorable Mr Livingston, from the Committee of eleven to whom were referred the two remaining clauses of the 4th section, and the 5th and 6th sections of the 7 article, informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report. [Editors' note:... Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
Amendments by the Committee Thursday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Langdon, Mr Gorham, Mr Sherman, Mr Dayton, Mr Fitz Simmons, Mr Read, Mr Carrol Mr Mason, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Few. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
The honorable Mr Sherman from the Committee to whom were referred several propositions entered on the Journal of the 25 instant informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report [Editors' note: The Journal records Sherman as delivering the... Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
Propositions for the Committee on Commercial Discrimination Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
Report of the Committee on Commercial Discrimination Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Commercial Discrimination
The honorable Mr Sherman from the Committee to whom were referred several propositions entered on the Journal of the 25 instant informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report Monday August 1787Committee: Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy
the foregoing Propositions together with the 16 article were referred to the honorable Mr Rutledge, Mr Randolph, Mr Gorham, Mr Wilson and Mr Johnson Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy
Report of the Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Interstate Comity and Bankruptcy
The honorable Mr Rutledge from the Committee to whom sundry propositions, entered on the Journal of the 28th ultimo were referred, informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report. — The following report was then read. [Editors' note: The... Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
a Committee was appointed by ballot of The honorable Mr Gilman, Mr King, Mr Sherman, Mr Brearley, Mr G. Morris, Mr Dickinson, Mr Carrol, Mr Madison, Mr Williamson, Mr Butler and Mr Baldwin. Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
The honorable Mr Brearley from the Committee of eleven to whom such parts of the Constitution, as have been postponed, and such parts of reports, as have not been acted on, were referred — informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report... Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
Postponed Parts of the Constitution Proposed by the Committee of Detail Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
Second Report of the Committee of Detail Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
Article VI: Section 9 Amended by Committee Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
Second Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters Monday September 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
The honorable Mr Brearley from the Committee of eleven informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report partially — He then read the report in his place; it was afterwards delivered in at the Secretary’s table — and was again read: and is... Monday September 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
Instruction to Devise a Plan to Defray Costs of Convention Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
The honorable Mr Brearley from the Committee of eleven informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report farther Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
Resolution and Order on Costs of Convention Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
The following resolution and order - - - - reported from the Committee of eleven were read. Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G. Morris, Mr Madison and Mr King. Saturday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G. Morris, Mr Madison and Mr King. Saturday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G. Morris, Mr Madison and Mr King. Saturday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G. Morris, Mr Madison and Mr King. Saturday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
a Committee was appointed by ballot of the honorable Mr Johnson, Mr Hamilton, Mr G. Morris, Mr Madison and Mr King. Saturday September 1787Committee: Committee on Postponed Matters
Third Report of the Committee on Postponed Matters Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
The honorable Mr Johnson from the Committee of revision informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report the Constitution as revised and arranged [Editors' note: The typical practice in the Convention was for a committee's chairman to... Saturday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
Instruction to Prepare an Address to the People Monday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
The honorable Mr Johnson from the Committee of revision informed the House that the Committee were prepared to report the Constitution as revised and arranged. [Editors' note: Johnson delivered the committee report on the morning of 12 September. It... Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
Draft Letter to Congress Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
The draught of a letter to Congress being at the same time reported [Editors' note: On 12 September, the Committee also delivered to the Convention a draft of a letter recommending the new Constitution to Congress.] Tuesday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
Report on Ratification and Enactment of Constitution Wednesday September 1787Committee: Committee of Style and Arrangement
The honorable Mr Johnson from the Committee of revision reported the following as a substitute for the 22nd and 23rd articles [Editors' note: The Report was evidently referred to the Convention.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Consideration of the First Resolution Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
it passed in the affirmative. Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone the Motion to Change Phrasing of the Second Resolution Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last resolution — And, on the question to postpone, it passed in the affirmative Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 1.] Wednesday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Consideration of Wilson's Amendment Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to to postpone the consideration of the amendment — and on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Consideration of the Fifth Clause of the Sixth Resolution Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Postpone the Consideration of the Second Clause Friday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
on the question to postpone the consideration of the said clause it passed in the affirmative Thursday May 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Motion to Consider the Propositions Submitted by Mr Randolph Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to proceed to the farther consider of the propositions submitted to the Committee by Mr Randolph — when [Editors' note: While there is no official vote on the motion, the discussion concerning Randolph's propositions continues.] Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Proceed to the Further Consideration of the 9th Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to proceed to the further considn of the 9th resolution, submitted by Mr Randolph. [Editors' note: While there appears to be no official vote on the motion, the discussion considering Randolph's propositions continues.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone the Remaining Clause of the 9th Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the remaining clause of the 9th resolution and on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone the Consideration of the 13th Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 13th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph and on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone the Consideration of the 14th Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to postpone the considn of the 14th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph. and on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: As the New Jersey vote is recorded at this point, the delegation had... Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone the Consideration of the 15th Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to postpone the considn of the 15th resolution submitted by Mr Randolph and on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone the Consideration of the Ninth Resolution - Remaining Clauses Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the resolution which respects the Judiciary. passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provide a vote count.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the First Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the first resolution, reported from the Committee till to-morrow. and on the question to postpone it passed in the affirmative. Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Consideration of the First Proposition Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the first proposition offered by Mr Paterson. passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the First Clause of the Third Resolution Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was then moved and seconded to agree to the first clause of the third resolution as reported from the Committee, namely, Resolved that the Members of the first branch of the Legislature ought to be elected by the People of the several... Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the Third Clause of the Third Resolution Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the proposition it passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5; divided — 1.] Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the First Clause of the Fourth Resolution Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the First Proposition - Second Clause Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the remainder of the first proposition in order to take up the second. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Second Proposition Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the second proposition which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 3; divided — 2.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the Fifth Clause of the Fourth Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following clause in the fourth resolution namely “to be paid out of the public Treasury” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the Amendment Proposed by Butler/Williamson Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was then moved and seconded to agree to the proposition as amended namely “to be ineligible to, and incapable of holding any office under the authority of the United States (except those peculiarly belonging to the functions of the second branch)... Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the Fifth Resolution Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the fifth resolution reported from the Committee namely. “Resolved that each Branch ought to possess the right of originating acts” which passed unanimously in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Report of the First Committee on Representation (Amended) Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the report from the grand Committee until the special Committee report. which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Saturday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the First Clause of the Seventh Resolution Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the first clause of the seventh resolution, as reported from the Committee namely. "Resolved that the right of suffrage in the first branch of the Legislature of the United States ought not to be according to the... Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Seventh Resolution Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the farther consideration of the seventh in order to take up the eighth resolution which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 2.] Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to Ellsworth's Amendment for Equal Representation in the Second Branch Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Third Clause of the Ninth Resolution Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the following clause for the term of seven years” which was unanimously agreed to Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Third Clause of the Ninth Resolution Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the following clause in the 9th resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House namely for the term of seven years” which passed unanimously in ye affirmative Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Madison's Amendment for Presidential Nomination and Senate Ratification to the Supreme Court Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last amendment which was unanimously agreed to Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Mason's Amendment to Prevent Taxation of Exports Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the Proviso which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 10; noes — 1.] [Editors' note: The delegation from Massachusetts returned to quorum for this vote.] Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Seventeenth Clause in the First Section Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 17 clause, 1 sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Report of the Committee on State Debts and Militia Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the above report which passed in the affirmative Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of Williamson's Amendment on State Debts Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last motion which passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison records the motion to postpone as passing 'nem. con.'] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to Gerry's Amendment on Pre-Census Taxation Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the Proposition and amendment it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 2; noes — 8; divided — 1.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Twelfth Clause of the Second Section Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the following clause. 2 section. 10 article “He shall be removed from his office on impeachment by the House of representatives, and conviction in the supreme Court, of treason, bribery, or... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Thirteenth Clause of the Second Section Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the last clause of the 2 section, 10 article. which passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison writes that 'the postponement was agreed to nem: con:'.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Third Clause of the Third Section Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the following clause 3 section 11 article “to the trial of impeachments of officers of the United States” which passed in the affirmative. Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Sixth Clause, Sub-Clause 1 of the Third Section Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the following clause “in cases of impeachment” which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: This decision effectively divides the original clause in two and leaves the wording about ambassadors a separate sub-clause.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Take Up Report of the Committee on Commercial Discrimination Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to take up the report of the Committee of eleven entered on the journal of the 28th instant [Editors' note: The Convention takes up the Report of the Committee on Commercial Discrimination, so this motion is tacitly adopted.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Third Clause Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 3rd clause of the report which passed in the affirmative Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Remainder of the Report Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the remainder of the report, and that the Members take copies thereof — which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3.] [Editors' note: North Carolina briefly fell below quorum and... Tuesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Second Clause of the First Proposition Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of that clause in the report of the grand Committee, which respects the originating of money bills in the first Branch — in order to take up the following, namely “That in the second branch of... Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Ninth Section Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Before the question was taken on the last amendment It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the 9th section of the 6 article until the powers to be vested in the Senate are ascertained which passed unanimously in the affirmative Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
[T]he House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock A. M. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the Second Resolution Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the second resolution reported from the Committee, namely, Resolved that the Legislature consist of Two Branches. which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1.] Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Vote on Whole Proposition Regarding Stipends Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the Third Clause of the Third Resolution Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
The determination of the House on the whole proposition was, on motion of the Deputies of the State of South Carolina, postponed till to-morrow. Friday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Agree to the First Clause of the Sixth Resolution Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the first clause of the sixth resolution reported from the Committee of the whole House namely “That the national Legislature ought to possess the legislative rights vested in Congress by the confederation” which... Monday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Put the Question on the Amendment to Electors for New Hampshire and Georgia Again Friday July 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Remaining Clauses of the Fourth Resolution Thursday May 1787Committee: The Convention
Produce and Read the Credentials of the State of Maryland Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Postpone Consideration of Rutledge's Motion Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
It was then moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last motion, and on the question to postpone, it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a voting record.] Saturday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Objection of Order Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
An objection of order being taken by Mr Hamilton to the introduction of the last amendment at this time. — notice was given by Mr Wilson seconded by Mr Madison that the same would be moved to-morrow. Monday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
Mr C. Pinckney gave notice that to-morrow he should move for the reconsideration of that clause in the resolution, adopted by the Committee, which vests a negative in the national legislatute [sic] on the laws of the several States. Wednesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of Committee's Report Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Motion to Adjourn Thursday June 1787Committee: The Convention
And then the House adjourned till to-morrow at 11 o’clock. Thursday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to agree to the same it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0; divided — 1.] Monday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Report of the Committee of the Whole House Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Take Up Ellsworth's Amendment for Equal Representation in the Second Branch Saturday June 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Consideration of the First Clause Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the first clause in the report from the first grand Committee which passed in the affirmative Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment for a Census Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Postpone Propositions of Second Committee to Question Third Committee on Representation Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the last motion in order to take up the following. namely “That the Committee of eleven, to whom was referred the report of the Committee of five on the subject of representation, be requested... Tuesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Amendment to Make Taxation Proportionate with Representation Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the last resolution agreed to by the House, respecting the representation in the first branch of the Legislature of the U. S. — namely. “Provided always that direct Taxation ought to be... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
The amendment offered to the second paragraph of the report from the Committee, consisting of Mr G. Morris, Mr Gorham, Mr Randolph Mr Rutledge and Mr King, being withdrawn — It was moved and seconded to substitute the following resolution,... Wednesday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the last resolution agreed to by the House, respecting the representation in the first branch of the Legislature of the U. S. — namely. “Provided always that direct Taxation ought to be... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Ellsworth's Motion that Taxation be Based on Population Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Revised Amendment for a Census Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Pinckney's Motion to Strike Out the 'Three Fifths' Clause Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
C.C. Pinckney's Amendment for a Census in Six Years Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “Two” and insert the word “Six” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 5; noes — 4; divided — 1.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
To fill up the blank with the number “Twenty” in taking the Census. Ayes — 3; noes — 7. Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Amendment for a Census Every Ten Years Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to fill up the blank with the word “Ten” which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 2.] Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “in the manner and according to the ratio recommended by Congress in their recommendation of April 18. 1783 — and to substitute the following namely “of every description and condition” which passed in... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Gerry's Motion on Pre-Census Taxation Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the amendment which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 6.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment it passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 5.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment namely That from the first meeting of the Legislature of the United States until a Census shall be taken, all monies for supplying the public Treasury by direct Taxation shall be raised... Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add after the word “divided” the following words, namely “or enlarged by addition of territory” which passed unanimously in the affirmative [Ayes — 10; noes — 0.] Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
To refer the report to a Committee of the whole Ayes — 5; noes — 4. [Editors' note: Neither New Jersey nor Georgia were quorate for this vote.] Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the clause, as amended, namely “Provided always that representation ought to be proptioned according to direct Taxation and in order to ascertain the alteration in the direct Taxation which may be required from time to time... Thursday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Randolph's Amendment to the Second Proposition of the Second Committee on Representation Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to alter the second clause reported from the Committee of five, entered on the Journal of the 9th instant, so as to read as follows namely “But as the present situation of the States may probably alter in the number of their... Friday July 1787Committee: The Convention
Delaware being represented during the Debate a question was again taken on ye Committee of ye whole Ayes — 3; noes — 6. Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Article IV: Section 2 (Qualification of Representatives) Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the 2nd sect. of the 4th article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 5.] Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Refer the Further Powers Proposed for the Legislature of the United States to the Committee of Detail Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to refer the following propositions to the Committee of five. which passed in the affirmative. Monday August 1787Committee: Committee of Detail
Further Additional Powers Proposed for the Legislature of the United States Tuesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the 1st clause 1st sect. 7 article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 2.] [Editors' note: Neither North Carolina nor Pennsylvania was quorate for this part of the session.] Friday August 1787Committee: Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation
Instructions of the Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Instructions of the Committee on Slave Trade and Navigation Friday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Rescind Rule Change Regarding Hours of Business and Adjournment Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to rescind the order of the House respecting the hours of meeting and adjournment which passed in the negative [Ayes — 4; noes — 7.] Wednesday August 1787Committee: The Convention
To commit the substitute offered to the 17 article Ayes — — 3; noes — 8. Thursday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the consideration of the third clause of the report which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes—9; noes — 2.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the 19th article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 1; divided — 1.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Hamilton's Motion for No Fixed-Period Citizenship Qualification in the House Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words “shall have been a citizen of the United States for at least seven years before his election” and to insert between the words “an” and “inhabitant” the words “Citizen and” in the 2nd sect. of the 4... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment of “nine” it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the amendment of “four” it passed in the negative. [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Morris's Motion Clarifying Rights of Citizenship Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to add the following clause to the 2nd sect. of the 4 article, namely, “Provided always that the above limitation of seven years shall not be construed to affect the rights of those who are now Citizens of the United... Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
Carroll's Motion for Five-Year Citizenship Qualification in the House Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the word “seven” and to insert the word “five” in the 2nd sect. of the 4. article which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 7; divided — 1.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 2nd sect. of the 4. article as formerly amended it passed in the affirmative. [Editors' note: Madison states that this vote was agreed unanimously.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question shall the word “nine” in the 3rd sect. of the 5. article stand part of the said section it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Monday August 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “two thirds of” before the words “the several States” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Wilson's Amendment for Ratification of Amendments by Three Fourths of the States Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to insert the words “three fourths” which passed in the affirmative. [“unanimous”] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike the words (“except Treaties of Peace”) out of the 4 sect. of the report. which passed in the affirmative. [Ayes — 8; noes — 3.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the last amendment. it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 9; noes — 1; divided— 1.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the last clause of the 4 sect. of the report which passed in the negative [Ayes — 1; noes — 9; divided — 1.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Articles XXI and XXII (Ratification) Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the 21st and 22nd articles which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Rutledge's Amendment Requiring Two Thirds of All Members of the Senate to Ratify Treaties Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Sherman's Amendment Requiring a Majority of All Members of the Senate to Ratify Treaties Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment. “a majority of all the Members of the Senate to make a treaty” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Madison's Amendment Requiring a Quorum of Two Thirds of the Senate to Ratify Treaties Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment. “No Treaty shall be made unless two thirds of the whole number of Senators be present which passed in the negative. [Ayes — 5; noes — 6.] Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
On the question to agree to the 21st article it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 11; noes — 0.] Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment Requiring a Quorum of the Entire Senate to Ratify Treaties Saturday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment to Reinstate 'For Their Approbation' Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment. “But no Treaty shall be made before all the Members of the Senate are summoned and shall have time to attend” which passed in the negative [Ayes — 3; noes — 8.] Saturday September 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to strike out it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 5; noes — 4; divided — 2.] Tuesday June 1787Committee: Committee of the Whole House
And on the question to agree to the same it passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 7; noes — 3; divided — 1.] [Editors' note: Madison's notes give a different vote count, recording that New Jersey voted for the motion: 'On this question as moved by Mr. W.... Tuesday June 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to postpone the 21st article in order to take up the following. Resolved that the foregoing plan of a Constitution be transmitted to the United States in Congress assembled in order that if the same shall be agreed to by them... Monday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to reconsider the 13th sect. of the 6th article which passed in the affirmative [Editors' note: None of the sources provides a vote count.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Williamson's Amendment for a Two Thirds Majority to Overturn Presidential Veto Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to strike out the words three fourths and to insert the words “two thirds” in the 13 sect of the 6th article which passed in the affirmative [Ayes — 6; noes — 4; divided — 1.] Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Reconsider Article XIII (Further Prohibitions Upon States) Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Pages 582-583, Vol. 2 It was moved and seconded to reconsider the 13th article in order to add the following clause at the end of the 13 article. “Provided nothing herein contained shall be construed to restrain any State from laying duties upon... Wednesday September 1787Committee: The Convention
Mason's Amendment for Duties to Cover Cost of Customs Service with Congressional Oversight Thursday September 1787Committee: The Convention
It was moved and seconded to agree to the following amendment to the 13th article Provided that no State shall be restrained from imposing the usual Duties on produce exported from such State, for the sole purpose of defraying the charges of... Thursday September 1787