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feb 4, 1887 - Interstate Commerce Commission Founded

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On February 4, 1887, the Interstate Commerce Act created a commission to oversee the conduct of the railroad industry. With this act and commission, railroads became the first industry subject to federal regulation.

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feb 4, 1887
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~ 139 years ago