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  1. An Act to regulate the Time and Manner of administering ...

    An Act to regulate the Time and Manner of administering certain Oaths[1] was the first law passed by the United States Congress after the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. It was signed by President …

  2. 1789 Judiciary Act

    Jul 1, 2014 · 1789 Judiciary Act for kids - President George Washington Video The article on the 1789 Judiciary Act provides an overview of one of the Important laws passed of his presidential term in office.

  3. What Was The Naturalization Act of 1790? - The History Junkie

    Nov 4, 2023 · The Naturalization Act of 1790 was the first piece of immigration legislation passed by Congress. It sought to create a national identity.

  4. Judiciary Act of 1789, Overview, Facts, Analysis

    Mar 4, 2025 · The Judiciary Act of 1789 was a law passed by Congress and signed by President George Washington that established the Federal Court System. George Washington. Image Source: Wikipedia.

  5. Judiciary Act of 1789 - Wikipedia

    The House passed an amended bill 37–16 on September 17, 1789. The Senate struck four of the House amendments and approved the remaining provisions on September 19, 1789. The House passed the …

  6. Militia Acts of 1792 - Wikipedia

    George Washington was the first president to call out the militia in 1794 (just before the 1792 act expired) to put down the Whiskey Rebellion in Western Pennsylvania. Washington issued a …

  7. What laws were passed during George Washington's tenure?

    Aug 19, 2023 · George Washington was the first elected president of the United States. He presided over the drafting of the Declaration of Independence which is still in place today. All of the laws …