Progressive Era Timeline

Hepburn Act

Jun 12, 1906

The Hepburn Act allowed the Interstate Commerce Commission to have jurisdiction and regulation over railroads. It helped change the rates of railroads.

Meat Inspection Act

Jun 30, 1906

This act prohibited sales of misbranded livestock and ensured sanitary production of food. This led to improvement of meatpacking.

Pure food & Drug Act

Jan 7, 1907

It prevented food being sold as impure and full of drugs. This led to the foundation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

17th Amendment

May 13, 1912

This allowed people directly vote for senators rather than the senators being chosen by legislature. This led to a new system called " Direct Election".

16th Amendment

Feb 13, 1913

It allowed congress to tax income. The amount of tax did not have to be determined on population

Federal Reserve Act

Dec 23, 1913

It created the Federal Reserve System,. This system regulates bank holding companies/other banks, money.

Federal Trade Commission Act

Apr 26, 1914

It prevents unfair competition and unfair acts of commerce. It also helps protect consumers.

Clayton Antitrust Act

Oct 8, 1914

The Clayton Antitrust Act ensures fair competition and prevents unethical business practices. This act helped to prevent monopolies.

18th Amendment

Jan 16, 1919

It prohibited the sale distribution of Alcohol. It was illegal to transport, be consumed and sold.

19th Amendment

Jun 4, 1919

It allowed women the right to vote. The U.S. cannot deny the women the right to vote based of color, gender, race.