Who
Who signed the law into place?
Ronald Reagan
What did this act install?
This act added civil and criminal penalties to employers knowingly hiring Illegal immigrants.
Where did some of the immigrants migrate from?
Mexico, Canada, Latin America, and Asia.
What were one of the causes for the passing of the act?
An increase in illegal immigrants through the US.
Who was did this act target mostly? (in terms of US citizens)
Employers and people hiring illegal immigrants for cheap.
What types of penalties did this act provide?
Increased border enforcement, and expanded guest worker visa programs.
Where did most of these immigrants work?
Urban areas or areas with agricultural based work.
ex: California, New York, south/midwest.
Why would this act benefit undocumented immigrants?
Provide citizenship for unauthorized immigrants already living and working in the US.