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James Monroe: “As the ratification on the part of Spain may be expected to take place during the recess of Congress, I recommend to…”

On the recordFebruary 25, 1819
As the ratification on the part of Spain may be expected to take place during the recess of Congress, I recommend to their consideration the adoption of such legislative measures contingent upon the event of the exchange of the ratifications as may be necessary or expedient for carrying the treaty into effect in the interval between the sessions, and until Congress at their next session may see fit to make further provision on the subject.
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James Monroe
Democratic Republican · Virginia
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