Read about the following laws: 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
1990 Immigration Act
1996 Illegal Immigrant Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA)
Identify three issues that these laws were designed to address. Using current news sources identify one issue the country is still working to solve.

The Immigration Service was established in 1891 to regulate immigration that started to increase in 1880. In the first 20 years of the 20th century, the “Great Wave” of immigrants came from Europe. Immigration decreased during the World Wars and the Great Depression. People did come from Mexico for work in agriculture during all of this time, however.

Problem: Documents

One of the problems that developed with immigration was that some people came without proper papers and permission. This is often called being “undocumented.”

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Lack of border controls contributed to ability to enter.

Problem: Contributions

Another goal of immigration laws was to encourage skilled workers to immigrate to the United States. Many workers who were entering without documentation had few skills. Another goal was to contribute to family stability. Immigration rules needed to give priority to family members of people who had become citizens.

The 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act was passed to give unauthorized aliens (non-citizens) the chance to apply for legal status. If they met the requirements they could gain legal status. The requirements included a clean criminal record and registering with the Selective Service. Applicants also had to have knowledge of US history, government, and English.

In 1996, the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act was passed to enforce border patrol, monitor illegal activities, and regulate employment practices.

In 2015, border control remains an issue. Presidential candidates discuss how to improve systems so entry to the country is regulated and effective and safe.

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