According to the alien act would the alien act be in effect all the time?

The Alien Act, part of the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, did not remain in effect all the time; it was subject to political and public debate. The act allowed the president to deport non-citizens deemed dangerous, but it was intended to address specific concerns during a time of perceived national security threats. Ultimately, the act was allowed to expire in 1801, reflecting changing political climates and attitudes towards Immigration and civil liberties.