Lesson 48 of 84 · Immigration
⭐ 30 XPImmigration Laws Through History
Throughout history, immigration laws in the United States have evolved to reflect the nation's changing values and needs.
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Throughout history, immigration laws in the United States have evolved to reflect the nation's changing values and needs. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, laws like the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 and the Immigration Act of 1924 limited the number of immigrants from certain countries. These laws were often based on racial and national biases. However, over time, new laws emerged, such as the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, which aimed to eliminate discriminatory practices and promote family reunification and skilled immigration.
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The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was the first major law to restrict immigration based on nationality.
The Immigration Act of 1924 established quotas that favored immigrants from northern and western Europe.
The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 changed U.S. immigration policy to focus on family reunification.
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