Constitution of 1777

Article XIV.

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Journal of proceedings; public sessions; adjournments

Each house shall keep a journal of its proceedings, and publish the same, except such parts as may require secrecy. The doors of each house, shall be kept open, except when the public welfare shall require secrecy. Neither house shall, without the consent of the other, adjourn for more than two days.

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Election Date: January 15, 1822

Votes For Ratification: 74732

Votes Against Ratification: 41402

Percent for Ratification: 64%

Percent Against Ratification: 36%

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That neither the assembly or the senate shall have the power to adjourn themselves for any longer time than two days, without the mutual consent of both.

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