Chinese Exclusion Act

Definition

The Chinese Exclusion Act was a federal law passed in 1882 that prohibited the immigration of Chinese laborers to the United States. It was the first significant restriction on immigration in U.S. history.

Related terms

Nativism: Nativism refers to a policy or belief that favors native-born individuals over foreign-born ones.

Immigration Restriction League: The Immigration Restriction League was an organization formed in 1894 that advocated for more restrictions on immigration to protect American workers and culture.

Chinese American Citizens Alliance: The Chinese American Citizens Alliance is an organization founded in 1895 to advocate for equal rights and opportunities for Chinese Americans while also preserving their cultural heritage.