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Congressional Passage
- When
- March 2, 1807
- Where
- United States Capitol
Legislation moved through Congress under Varnum's leadership, passing both houses on March 2, 1807, prohibiting slave importation.
Under Varnum's leadership, legislation moved through Congress and passed both houses on March 2, 1807. The House and Senate agreed on a bill called An Act to prohibit the importation of slaves into any port or place within the jurisdiction of the United States.
Sources
- Act Prohibiting Importation of Slaves Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-02
- United States Capitol Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29
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