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The Naturalization Act
A law that limited naturalization to individuals to immigrate that were white only and possessed "good character". -
The Naturalization Act
The law was changed from 14 years of living and working in the United States to only 5 years. After the immigrants have completed the 5 years they can apply to be a citizen. -
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
This was a treaty that ended the Mexican-American War. America got to claim Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, California, Nevada, and Utah. This was caused by the defeat of Mexico's army and also the loss of their capital. -
Homestead Act
It was enacted during the civil war and it granded any citizen of the United States 160 yards of land. This was a driving factor for immigrants to become a citizen of the United States. -
15th Amendment
The 15th Amendment was passed. The 15th Amendment grants voting rights to citizens, regardless of "race, color, or previous condition of servitude. This is another driving factor for immigrants to become a part of the United States. -
Statue Of Liberty
The Statue Of Liberty was a gift from the French. This was important because it represented the welcoming of immigrants and the freedom of the United States. -
United States v. Wong Kim Ark
During the United States Supreme Court case the Court ruled that everyone born in the United States is legally a citizen of the United States. -
Mexican Revolution
During the Mexican Revolution, which started in 1910, Mexicans entered through the border and attempted searching to protect their country. -
The Naturalization Act
Due to the lack of labor getting done in the United States, Mexicans were allowed to apply for citizenship. -
Border Control
This is the first time that United States Border Control began along the Arizona-Mexico border. The main reason it started was to try and stop Illegal Chinese Immigrants from entering the country undocumented. -
Alien Registration Act
This required illegal immigrants to get fingerprint cards, It had to include where they worked and their political beliefs. -
Immigration Reform Control
The Immigration Reform Control required employeres to attest to their employees immigration status, This made it illegal to hire individuals based on their immigration status. -
Secure Fence Act
The Secure Fence Act was signed by George W. Bush. This would help make our borders more secure. It was one step closer to Immigration Reform. -
Arizona Immigration Law
This was introduced as Arizona Senate Bill 1070. It states that the law requires all illegal immigrants over the age of 14 who stay in the United States for more than 30 days to register with the goverment and have the required documents with their person at all times. -
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
This states that the individuals who entered the United States before they were the age of 16 are allowed to go to school without deportation. This applies to illegal immigrants.
