[bayourod]

Reagan's amnesty program was not limited to agricultural workers, even if most of the illegal immigrants were working in agriculture at that time, and even if the main proponents were Republicans from ag states. It was open to anyone who met the length of time in country qualification.

[Reaganwuzthebest]

There was a time limit of 1982, however it was a one-time only deal coupled with strong enforcement provisions in the future. I'm still waiting for Bush to enforce them. Neither he, his father or Clinton seem to believe it's very important.