What was the first act that the Parliament passed in an attempt to raise revenue by taxing the American colonists?

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Crystal7174 · Answer

The Stamp Act was the first direct tax to colonists.

smithjbrook · Answer

Answer: sugar act 1764 ;

Crystal7174 · Answer

The first act passed by Parliament to tax the American colonists was the Stamp Act of 1765. This act required revenue stamps on printed materials and was a significant cause of colonial resistance against British rule. The widespread protests eventually led to the repeal of the act in 1766. 
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What was the first act that the Parliament passed in an attempt to raise revenue by taxing the American colonists?

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