Immigration.

By jakob.bernhardt17
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    Immigration

  • 1864 Immigration act

    Established the position of Commissioner of Immigration, reporting to the Secratary of State; validated labor contracts made by immigrants before arrival; exempted immigrants from compulsory military service; established the office of Superintendent of Immigration for New York City.

  • 1924 Immigration act

    Sets a quota to limit the amount of people from particular countries per year.

  • 2000 Hmong Veterans' Naturalization Act

    Facillitate the naturalization of persons who served with guerilla forces or irregular forces.

  • 1790 Naturalization Act.

    You could apply for citizenship if you are a free white person.