Pretty much common knowledge....
The Naturalization Act of 1790 was the first immigration act passed by Congress after the Constitution was ratified.
It was passed during
President George Washington‘s first term and would allow free male white persons that owned property to gain citizenship.
This would not allow for indentured servants, women, or nonwhite persons to become a citizen.
There were exceptions.
The Naturalization Act of 1790 was the first piece of immigration legislation passed by Congress. It sought to create a national identity.
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