The day at Congress kicked off with Speaker Stanisław Małachowski addressing ongoing considerations about the structure of local congresses. He stated that the project is not yet finalized and encouraged further input.

Representative Ignacy Dembiński from Krakow extensively critiqued the recently adopted constitution.

Representative Barnaba Zawisza from Gostynin expressed gratitude to the President for his conferred order and pledged to defend the constitution with his life. He requested everyone taking office to swear allegiance to it, starting with civil-military commissions.

Representative Jan Zagórski from Volhynia spoke up, questioning whether the new constitution threatened Polish freedom, hinting at possible future dissent.

Representative Julian Niemcewicz from Latvia called the constitution salvation for the nation and warned against spreeding dissent, reminding the assembly of the divisive disputes that had previously weakened The Union.

Representative Jan Łuszczewski from Sochaczew voiced his thoughts for the first time, aligning with the previous affirmative stance on the recently implemented constitution.

Representative Tomasz Wawrzecki from Braslaw, acknowledging democratic rights of expression, affirmed his support for the new constitution.

Representative Antoni Karski from Sandomierz urged immediate focus on national treasury and defense, vital for The Union's security.

President Stanisław August Poniatowski shared insight on the unique advantages enjoyed by a leader of a free nation, specifically the ability to collaborate and deliberate with representatives for the good of the nation.

The President embraced suggestions for amending certain constitutional aspects, eager to work towards the security and independence of the nation.

Representative Ignacy Jeżewski from Płock enthusiastically vowed his support for the constitution, symbolically taking an oath in front of the assembly.

Many others, notably Representative Stanisław Kublicki from Latvia, voiced concerns and suggestions for improving The Union's governance structure and military standing.

Amidst these discussions, proposals regarding the military were prominent. Suggestions included exempting active-duty officers from congressional duties during war, and a fund was established to sponsor officers' attendance at foreign military reviews.

The session concluded with a general agreement on the initiative put forward by Representative Kazimierz Rzewuski from Podolia to enhance military knowledge among officers by exposing them to foreign military practices, starting with 3,400 zlotys set aside for this purpose.

Congress adjourned until Thursday with many urgent national matters on the table, reflecting the period's complex blend of socio-political challenges and aspirations for a stronger, more coherent Union.

Topics: Sejm session proceedings; May 3rd Constitution; Military and defensive matters; Parliament members' speeches; Army and officers' duties; Civil Militia and Provincial Reviews (Popisy Wojewódzkie); Funds for sending officers for training in foreign armies; Discussions about military uniforms; Amendments to laws and the constitution; National Treasury and replenishment; Education and upbringing of youth.;