Yesterday the Chinese Exclusion Act was passed by Congress and signed by President Arthur. It provides a 10-year prohibition on Chinese labor immigration. This act requires a few non laborers, who are looking for entry, to get permission from the Chinese government that says they are allowed to immigrate. It also placed new requirements on Chinese who have already entered the country. If they left the United States, they have to obtain certifications to re-enter. Congress refuses State and Federal courts the right to grant citizenship to Chinese immigrants living here, but the courts still won’t be able to deport them. The exclusion act is set to expire in 10 years, but we don't know if or will it will be longer. We also don't know the outcomes
