It didn't recognize the state governments formed under the Lincoln and Johnson plans. Except for Tennessee, which had ratified the 14th amendment. Divided the other 10 former confederate states into 5 military districts, each headed by a union general. The voters would elect delegates to conventions where state constitutions would be drafted. The constitution had to ensure African Americans the vote, and ratify the 14th amendment. Johnson vetoed the act but Congress would override the veto.

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