Nullification Crisis

Tariff of 1828

1828

Also known as "Tariff of Abomination" this imposed high tariffs on imported goods. They were designed to protect industry in the North and Western regions but they resulted in living becoming more expensive in the South.

South Carolina Exposition and Protest

1829

Written unanimously by John C. Calhoun in response to the Tariff of 1828. Claimed it was unconstitutional and petitioned for it to be nullified. Stressed states rights to come together and nullify a law they found unconstitutional.

Tariff of 1832

1832

This was a response to complaints about the original tariff, 1828. This was an attempt to reduce some of the tariffs. This was done to reduce conflict and tension in the south with the North and Western states. This didn't work because the South economy had continued to suffer.

Jackson's Proclamation Against Nullification

1833

President Jackson asserted federal authority with South Carolina. This led to Congress approving the Force Bill, which permitted the use of military force when necessary. A compromise known as the Compromise Tariff was implemented to slowly reduce tariffs. While this resolved the immediate dispute, it did not address the deeper issues related to states rights.

Force Bill

1833

Officially known as the Force Act of 1833. Enacted in response to the Nullification Crisis. this empowered the president to use military force to stop resistance in South Carolina.

The Compromise

1833

The Compromise Tariff of 1833 was a law that lowered taxes on imported goods in the United States. It was passed to make South Carolina happy due to the fact they were ranged by high prices on goods. When this law was passed, it helped prevent a big fight between the states and the federal government.