nov 6, 1986 - Immigration Reform and Control Act is Passed

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Provides a 50% increase in border control staffing, and imposes sanctions on employers who knowingly hire or recruit illegal immigrants. Also creates two legalization programs: one allowing unauthorized aliens in the U.S. residing since 1982 to regularize their status, and another allowing certain agricultural workers to apply for permanent resident status.

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