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1790 Naturalization Act
Allowed an individual to apply for citizenship if they were a free white person, being of good character, and living in the United States for two years. -
1864 Immigration Act
validated labor contracts made by immigrants before arrival; exempted immigrants from compulsory military service -
1945 War Brides Act
The immigrants trying to enter the United States were subjected to medical examinations. If there were any disabilities the Immigration and Naturalization Service would notify the public medical officer of the local community. -
2005 Real ID Act
national standards for drivers licenses and non-driver identification cards were established; definitions of terrorist organizations and terrorist activity were expanded; criteria for asylum eligibility was modified; judicial review of certain immigration decisions were further limited; waiver authority to construct barriers along the border was expanded; an aviation screening database was established.