Ambach v. Norwick
United States Supreme Court
441 U.S. 68 (1979)
Relevant factsFree
New York barred certification as a public school teacher for non-citizens who hadn't manifested intent to naturalize; Norwick and Dachinger (plaintiffs), long-term U.S. residents eligible for citizenship but unwilling to seek it, were denied certification despite meeting all educational requirements, and sued, arguing the law violated equal protection.
IssueFree
Whether a state may refuse to employ as elementary and secondary school teachers aliens who are eligible for citizenship but refuse to seek naturalization.