The 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act had what effect on illegal aliens living in the United States?
A) Discriminated against individuals from Southern and Eastern Europe
B) Allowed illegal aliens already living in the United States to apply for legal status
C) Permitted foreign-born populations to set up communities in or around major metropolitan areas
D) Allowed illegal aliens access to "Green cards" that would allow them to work in the United States

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The 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act allowed illegal aliens already living in the United States to apply for legal status. This was known as the amnesty provision, and it allowed certain undocumented immigrants to become legal residents and eventually apply for citizenship. The law also made it illegal for employers to knowingly hire unauthorized workers, and provided for increased border enforcement measures.

The 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act Had What Effect