Alien and Sedition Acts

The Alien and Sedition Acts were several pieces of legislation passed in the 2nd session of the 5th US Congress. The acts referred to are:


 * June 25, 1798: An Act concerning Aliens ("Alien Friends Act")
 * July 14, 1798: An Act for the Punishment of Certain Crimes against the United States ("Sedition Act")

In addition, the following two acts are sometimes considered to be part of the group:


 * June 18, 1798: An Act to Establish a Uniform Rule of Naturalization ("Naturalization Act")
 * July 6, 1798: An Act Respecting Alien Enemies ("Alien Enemies Act")

All are now expired except the Alien Enemies Act.

Links

 * Alien and Sedition Acts at Wikisource