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Hepburn act
The act strengthened federal regulation of railroads. Allowed the commission to set maximum rates. -
Antiquities act
Sought to protect historic landmarks. Scientific sights were also protected. -
Meat Inspection Act
Made it illegal to adulterate or misbrand meat. Ensures proper sanitary measures are taken. -
Pure food and drug act
Consumer protection law. Led to the creation of the FDA. -
16th Amendment
This act gave Congress the power to establish an income tax without having to determine it based on population. -
16th Amendment
Gave Congress the power to collect income tax. Congress did not have to adhere to population size when collecting income tax. -
Mann Elkins Act
This act strengthened the authority of the Interstate Commerce Commission. It also created the Commerce Court. -
Workers Compensation Act
Provided compensation for workers hurt on the job. Compensation for occupational diseases. -
17th Amendment
Established that in the senate, 2 senators will come from each state. Each senator counts as 1 vote. -
Federal Reserve Act
Protected the American economy by establishing prerequisites for a regulated government. Prevented recession and inflation. -
Adamson Act
Established an 8-hour workday. Additional overtime pay. -
Federal Trade Commission act
Giving agencies greater authority to police anticompetitive practices. -
Clayton Antitrust Act
The act was used to prevent anticompetitive practices by looking directly at price discrimination. It was also used to limit further mergers and acquisitions and limit memberships on boards of companies in particular situations. -
Keating-Owen Act
Sought to eliminate child labor. Regulated interstate commerce. -
18th Amendment
Prohibited the sell of alcohol. Started prohibition laws. -
19th Amendment
Makes it illegal to deny the right to vote to any citizen. Granted women the right to vote. -
Volstead Act
Created the definition of an alcoholic beverage. It was considered alcoholic if it was 2.5% or over.