The Geary Act, enacted in 1892, was a U.S. federal law that extended the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882. It aimed to restrict Chinese immigration further by requiring Chinese residents in the United States to carry identification certificates. Failure to comply could result in deportation, making it more difficult for Chinese individuals to live and work in the country. This act reflected the growing anti-Chinese sentiment in the U.S. during the late 19th century. It was part of a broader pattern of immigration restrictions targeting specific ethnic groups, contributing to the systemic discrimination faced by the Chinese community in America.