enacted

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Congress enacted strict immigration quotas that remained until the 1960s.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

“There needs to be minimum federal safety standards enacted governing sports betting.”

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Washington state enacted WA Cares to protect middle-class families from the risks that come with loved ones needing long-term care.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Many of those states have already enacted or expanded their school-choice programs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Many towns have enacted laws that prevent people from building on flatlands near the water.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland