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During the 1920s Congress put limitations on Immigration. The limitations slowed down the influx of millions of immigrants. 40 million people immigrated to the United States between 1880 and 1920.

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Why did congress make changes in immigration laws during the 1920s?

During the 1920s Congress put limitations on Immigration. The limitations slowed down the influx of millions of immigrants. 40 million people immigrated to the United States between 1880 and 1920.


When was the immigration law passed?

the immigration laws were passed in 1965. That is incorrect, the law was passed in the 1920's.


What two factors influenced the limits on immigration?

Nativism and racism increased in the 1920s and led to changes in Immigration laws.


How did the new laws change us immigration policy in the 1920?

The laws introduced a quota system.


Why did the period of largely unregulated immigration come to an end in the 1920?

they past laws


Where in the constitution does it give the President the power to limit immigrants entering the US?

This is not is in the constitution. The constitution gives Congress the power to restrict immigration. The president has the power and the duty to enforce immigration laws passed by Congress. I can not tell you exactly what the immigration laws are, but actions of the president concerning immigration must be based on immigration laws. If not, federal courts can rule them void and disallow them.


which statement accurately describes how congress and the supreme court influence U.S. immigration policy apex?

Congress passes laws to regulate immigration, while the supreme court determines whether the regulations are constitutional.


How did the law change us immigration policy in the 1920?

The laws introduced a quota system.


What group was treated most favorably by 1920 immigration laws?

factory owners...i think because they employed them


Did the Congress pass laws restricting immigration and setting quotas?

Yes, the Congress has passed laws restricting immigration and setting quotas. One significant example is the Immigration Act of 1924, also known as the Johnson-Reed Act, which established numerical limits on immigration based on nationality. These quotas heavily favored immigrants from Western and Northern European countries while limiting immigration from other regions, such as Asia and Eastern Europe.


What can the states do only with the consent of congress?

With the consent of Congress, states can do many things. They can enter a treaty, engage in war, and have duties on imports.


Why is is important for congress to make laws based on powers that are implied but not given?

So Congress can carry out its duties as time changes.