jun 18, 1798 - Naturalization Act
Description:
With fears of enemy spies infiltrating American society, the Federalist majority in Congress passed four new laws in June and July 1798, collectively known as the Alien and Sedition Acts. With the Naturalization Act, Congress increased residency requirements for U.S. citizenship to 14 years from five.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 18, 1798
Now
~ 227 years ago